Vacationers can visit Ecuador any time of year. Since Ecuador is situated on the Equator, there is modest seasonal changeability. Ecuadorians will frequently tell you that you can anticipate four seasons in one day. Though there is somewhat a wetter and slightly drier season, these variations are irregular and the months fluctuate depending upon where in Ecuador you are.
Quito and the highlands are comfortable year-round, with temperatures generally in the 60s during the day and intermittent light showers. The Amazon regions are hot, humid, and wet year-round with somewhat wetter season from April to June. Even the rain can be an invigorating break from the heat and humidity so any time of year can be an exceptional choice.
As with most vacation spots school holidays are exceptionally popular so travelers should plan at least 6-9 months in advance for these times.
HOLIDAYS
March - Good Friday
May - Labour Day
May - Anniversary of the Battle of Pichincha
July - Simon Bolivar Day
July - Foundation of Guayaquil
August - Independence of Quito
October - Independence of Guayaquil (Guayaquil only)
October - Día de la Raza (Day of the Race)
October - National Flag Day
November - Memorial Day/All Souls Day
November - Foundation of Cuenca
December - Foundation of Quito
December - Christmas Day
December - New Year's Eve
Weekend Saturday, Sunday
