| Galapagos Islands Weather & Climate
GALAPAGOS ISLANDS CLIMATE:
Equatorial climates usually show little seasonal variations, but complex oceanic currents around Galapagos Islands drive weather and rainfall patterns into two recognizable seasons that influence vegetation and wildlife.
The warm waters of the Niño Flow move south in December or January, by April the southeast trade winds start to push the Humboldt´s cold Current, rich waters bring vast food resources to the Galapagos.
The wet season from January to April has average daily temperatures ranging from 22ºC to 35 ºC and occasional heavy showers or thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon. The wet season usually means calm seas, clear skies and warmer water.
The dry season generally lasts from June to November, has average daily temperatures ranging from 19º C to 28º. The dry season is characterized by the “ garua “ and is pleasantly warm, water is cold for snorkeling at most sites and seas can be rough at times.
May and December are the months of transitions between seasons. |
