April weather forecast
Quito, Ecuador

The tall iconic building of the Basilica del Voto in Quito, Ecuador, with a view of the city in extension
The tall iconic building of the Basilica del Voto in Quito, Ecuador, with a view of the city in extension

April

Weather in April

Ecuador's capital sees its wettest month in April with rainfall pouring down at 211mm (8.31"). However, the imposing precipitation does not affect the city's allure, with tourists finding the wet walkways and misty air captivating. Despite being relatively cloudier and gustier than previous months, the average high remains firm at 15.8°C (60.4°F), adding a touch of freshness to the air. As daylight spreads over Quito, the city reveals its brilliance, beckoning the adventurous and the tranquil alike. Looking forward, May ushers in noticeably drier periods.

Temperature

Quito registers an average high-temperature of a still moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F) with the arrival of April, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. Quito experiences a steady low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F) throughout April.

Humidity

In Quito, Ecuador, the average relative humidity in April is 88%.

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 27.5 days. Throughout April, 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 322.7 rainfall days, and 1835mm (72.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in April is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of April, in Quito, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:14 -05.

Sunshine

In Quito, the average sunshine in April is 5.1h.

UV index

January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Quito in April?
In April, in Quito, the average high-temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 9°C (48.2°F).
What is the average humidity in April?
In April, the average relative humidity in Quito is 88%.
How much does it rain in April?
In Quito, during April, the rain falls for 27.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 211mm (8.31") of precipitation.
How many hours of daylight does Quito have in April?
In Quito, the average day length in April is 12h and 7min.
When are sunrise and sunset in April?
In April, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:07 and sunset at 18:14 -05.
How long on average sun shines in April?
In Quito, the average sunshine duration in April is 5.1h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
January, March through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in April?
In April, the average daily maximum UV index in Quito is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average temperature in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in April: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (15.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in April: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (7.6°C).

Average pressure in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average pressure in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in April: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average wind speed in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in April: 4.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (6.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and April (4.3km/h).

Average humidity in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average humidity in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in April: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average rainfall in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in April: 211mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (229mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (78mm).

Average rainfall days in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in April: 27.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (22.7 days).

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in April: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is August (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is March (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in April: 1.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (4.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (0.3 days).

Average UV index in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average UV index in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in April: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in April: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and November (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in April - Quito, Ecuador
Average visibility in April
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in April: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (6km).

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