February 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

February

Weather in February

In February, Quito experiences a minimal reduction in temperature with highs dropping to 15.8°C (60.4°F). This slight chill accompanies increased rainfall, weighing in at 127mm (5"), making the city more verdant than ever. Outdoor enthusiasts might appreciate the moderate weather coupled with gusty winds enhancing the thrill of several adventure sports. With an average visibility of 6km (3.7mi), it heralds an ideal time for sightseeing, especially for nature photography. The weather transitions from comfortably cool to slightly colder as February comes to a close.

Temperature

February in Quito welcomes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 15.8°C (60.4°F), not much different from the preceding month. Quito, during the month of February, experiences an average low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in February is 88%.

Rainfall

In Quito, during February, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 127mm (5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 322.7 rainfall days, and 1835mm (72.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In February, the average length of the day is 12h and 7min.
On the first day of February in Quito, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:29 -05.

Sunshine

In February, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

February is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 in February translates into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Quito in February?
February temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F).
What is the average humidity in February?
The average relative humidity in February is 88%.
How much does it rain in February?
In Quito, in February, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 127mm (5") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in February?
The average day length in February is 12h and 7min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in February?
In February, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 18:29 -05.
How many hours of sunshine does Quito have in February?
The average sunshine duration in February is 5.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
With an average maximum UV index of 3, February is the month with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in February?
In Quito, the average daily maximum UV index in February is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in February - Quito, Ecuador
Average temperature in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average high temperature in February: 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 February: 9.2°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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average pressure in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average pressure in February: 1013.2mbar

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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average wind speed in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average wind speed in February: 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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average humidity in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average humidity in February: 88%

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

Average rainfall in February - Quito, Ecuador
Average rainfall in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall in February: 127mm

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

Average rainfall days in February - Quito, Ecuador
Average rainfall days in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average rainfall days in February: 22.7 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 February / Average sunshine in February - Quito, Ecuador
Average daylight in February /
Average sunshine in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average daylight in February: 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 February: 5h and 2min

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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average sunshine days in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average sunshine days in February: 4.7 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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average UV index in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average UV index in February: 3

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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average cloud cover in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average cloud cover in February: 63

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 February - Quito, Ecuador
Average visibility in February
Quito, Ecuador
  • Average visibility in February: 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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