What July feels like in Quito
July is part of Quito's dry season, when rain totals drop well below the wet months. Days are on the cool side, the kind of weather that suits brisk sightseeing. After dark the temperature drops clearly: nights are cool. Moisture in the air gives the cold a damp edge.
Rain in Quito in July
July is persistently wet here: some rain falls on about every other day. Wet days average about 5.3 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is lighter than the city's yearly norm of about 10.6 mm per rainy day. July is Quito's driest month of the year.
Daylight and sunshine in July
In mid-July, sunrise is at about 6:16 am and sunset at about 6:23 pm (local time) — 12 h 7 min of daylight. Day length is essentially the same as in mid-June. Close to the equator, sunrise and sunset times move very little through the year. Measured sunshine covers about 83% of the daylight — skies are mostly clear.
How July compares to the rest of the year
In Quito's temperature order, July sits as the 3rd warmest month. Against June, the average high is 0.5°C (0.9°F) higher, with 57 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into August. August averages a high of 17.8°C (64°F).
Who July suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — rain falls on more than half the days.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — rain interrupts outdoor plans.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
- Museums & indoor: a good choice — with rain on most days, galleries and museums make easy plans.
Tips for visiting Quito in July
Versatile Layers
Mornings and evenings are cooler than midday, so dress in layers.
Rain Protection
A compact umbrella and a light waterproof jacket.
Light Jacket
Bring a sweater or light coat for cool afternoons.
Sunglasses
Bright days make sunglasses worth packing.
Quick questions
How warm is Quito in July?
Afternoons average 17°C (62.6°F) and nights about 7.9°C (46.2°F) — cool by most people's standards. It is the 3rd warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Quito in July?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about every other day and totals about 90 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Quito in July?
The numbers point to versatile layers, rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Add a layer for after dark.
Is July or August better for visiting Quito?
July, narrowly: it ranks #2 of 12 among Quito's months, against #3 for the other. August has more rainy days.