When is the best time to go to Machala?

When is the best time to go to Machala? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Machala are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
  • On average, it is hot all year round
  • Machala has dry periods in July, August and September
  • March is the rainiest month
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Machala

For full information about the climate and weather in Machala a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 72°F/85°F
5.6in
February 74°F/85°F
7.9in
March 74°F/85°F
10.9in
April 74°F/85°F
4.1in
May 72°F/85°F
2.1in
June 70°F/83°F
0.5in
July 68°F/81°F
0.3in
August 67°F/81°F
0.2in
September 67°F/81°F
0.3in
October 68°F/81°F
0.7in
November 68°F/83°F
1in
December 70°F/83°F
1.8in


Weather and climate in Machala

Machala enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry winter) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Machala is 83°F (ranging from 81°F in august to 85°F in march). Annual rainfall is 35in, with a minimum of 0.2in in august and a maximum of 10.9in in march.
  • In the month of january the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 90°F and it rains about 5.6in each month.
  • Between february and march the climate is correct. the thermometer goes up to 85°F°C and it rains in march about 10.9in.
  • From april to may the climate is beautiful. By early evening, the temperature averages 85°F and it rains about 10% of the time in may.
  • Between june and october the climate is very good. the thermometer goes up to 81°F°C and it rains about 0.7in each month.
  • Between the months of november and december the climate is good. At lunchtime, it's 74°F in average and it rains about 8% of the time in december.


Charts: temperature and rainfall in Machala

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Machala: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Machala

Find out when Machala has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Machala

  • Very low season in Machala
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: February, March and May.
  • Low season in Machala
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: January, April, June, October, November and December.
  • High season in Machala
    The number of visitors to Machala is high in: July and September.
  • Peak season in Machala
    The largest number of tourists visiting Machala is during: August.

Figure: Visitor index for Machala month by month



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