GALAPAGOS CLIMATE - WEATHER

Though the islands are located on the equator, the ocean's surface temperature ranges greatly from 7 to 28 degrees centigrade. The islands also go through dramatic changes. January to March is considered the hot/wet season, March being the hottest month of the year. The islands are brimming with plant life, and the water temperatures are ideal for snorkeling and diving at this time of year. Because of the climate changes in July through September, there's less rain and the islands are drier, though cooler. The water temperature drops considerably, though this is the ideal time of year to see more aquatic life, as the animals prefer the colder currents.

The principle regulator of the climate of the Galapagos is the temperature of the ocean surface and ocean currents, creating microclimates on the islands influencing the particular flora and fauna habitats found on each island. When choosing the time of year to visit the Galapagos, prioritize. Decide what you would rather do and see, as not all animals are present at all times of year.

CHECK THE WEATHER ON LINE

	Ave. Temp. Max / Min ºC	Hours of Clear Skies	Ave. Sea Temp. ºC	Rainfall
January	30/ 22	5.3	24.5	2.4
February	30 / 24	7.5	25	4.6
March	31 / 24	6.0	25	4.0
April	31 / 24	7.5	25	2.9
May	28 / 22	5.2	24.5	0.6
June	26 / 21	4.4	23	0.2
July	26 / 20	2.8	22	0.3
August	26 / 19	3.3	21.5	0.2
September	26 / 19	2.9	22	0.2
October	26 / 20	3.8	22.5	0.2
November	26 / 21	3.5	23	0.2
December	27 / 22	4.0	22.5	0.3