The best times to visit Archidona for ideal weather are
January 1st to March 11th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Archidona Travel Guide
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Weather in Archidona
Temperature
Average temperatures in Archidona vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a chance of rain throughout most of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 43rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Archidona, the hottest months are October, November, and then September. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late October where highs are regularly around 84.5°F (29.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 65°F (18.3°C) at night.
Archidona Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Archidona Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Archidona Perceived Temperature (F)
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Archidona Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Archidona Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 80 | 71.3 | 65 |
Feb | 79.8 | 71.1 | 65 |
Mar | 80.2 | 71.4 | 65.3 |
Apr | 81.5 | 72.1 | 65 |
May | 80.6 | 71.7 | 65 |
Jun | 80.3 | 71.1 | 64 |
Jul | 79.6 | 70.6 | 63.5 |
Aug | 81.4 | 71.7 | 63.2 |
Sep | 83.5 | 72.5 | 62.7 |
Oct | 83.4 | 73.3 | 64 |
Nov | 83 | 73.3 | 65 |
Dec | 81.7 | 72.4 | 65.1 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 26.7 | 21.8 | 18.3 |
Feb | 26.6 | 21.7 | 18.3 |
Mar | 26.8 | 21.9 | 18.5 |
Apr | 27.5 | 22.3 | 18.3 |
May | 27 | 22.1 | 18.3 |
Jun | 26.8 | 21.7 | 17.8 |
Jul | 26.4 | 21.4 | 17.5 |
Aug | 27.4 | 22.1 | 17.3 |
Sep | 28.6 | 22.5 | 17.1 |
Oct | 28.6 | 22.9 | 17.8 |
Nov | 28.3 | 22.9 | 18.3 |
Dec | 27.6 | 22.4 | 18.4 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Archidona are September, August, and then May. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there are 3 days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early January with an average of 6 days of significant precipitation the week of January 1st.
When can you find snow in Archidona? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Archidona.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Archidona (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 68% | 0 | 16.6 |
Feb | 65% | 0 | 14.7 |
Mar | 72% | 0 | 18.4 |
Apr | 71% | 0 | 20.4 |
May | 63% | 0 | 15.9 |
Jun | 65% | 0 | 15.5 |
Jul | 64% | 0 | 15.2 |
Aug | 54% | 0 | 14 |
Sep | 52% | 0 | 9.1 |
Oct | 65% | 0 | 15.8 |
Nov | 65% | 0 | 15.2 |
Dec | 64% | 0 | 13.9 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 68 | 0 | 42.2 |
Feb | 65 | 0 | 37.3 |
Mar | 72 | 0 | 46.7 |
Apr | 71 | 0 | 51.8 |
May | 63 | 0 | 40.4 |
Jun | 65 | 0 | 39.4 |
Jul | 64 | 0 | 38.6 |
Aug | 54 | 0 | 35.6 |
Sep | 52 | 0 | 23.1 |
Oct | 65 | 0 | 40.1 |
Nov | 65 | 0 | 38.6 |
Dec | 64 | 0 | 35.3 |
Humidity and Wind
Archidona has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is September (74.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (83.1%).
Wind in Archidona is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is December, followed by October and November. December’s average wind speed of around 0.9 knots (1 MPH or 1.7 KPH) is considered “very calm.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid December where average top sustained speeds reach 3.9 knots, which is considered light air.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Archidona.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 0.5 | Still | 2.8 | Barely noticeable |
Feb | 0.5 | Still | 2.5 | Barely noticeable |
Mar | 0.5 | Still | 2.8 | Barely noticeable |
Apr | 0.7 | Still | 2.3 | Barely noticeable |
May | 0.6 | Still | 2.7 | Barely noticeable |
Jun | 0.6 | Still | 2.6 | Barely noticeable |
Jul | 0.6 | Still | 2.6 | Barely noticeable |
Aug | 0.7 | Still | 3.1 | Barely noticeable |
Sep | 0.8 | Still | 3.3 | Barely noticeable |
Oct | 0.9 | Still | 3.5 | Barely noticeable |
Nov | 0.9 | Still | 3.3 | Barely noticeable |
Dec | 0.9 | Still | 3.6 | Barely noticeable |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 82.4% |
Feb | 83% |
Mar | 83.1% |
Apr | 80.4% |
May | 81.1% |
Jun | 80.6% |
Jul | 79.7% |
Aug | 75% |
Sep | 74.2% |
Oct | 75% |
Nov | 77.6% |
Dec | 79.9% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Archidona?
Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Ecuador; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 20, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Archidona, Ecuador is January, followed by March and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Archidona in June. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Archidona Travel Experience by Season
Fall (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 82.3°F (27.9°C) and 78.3°F (25.7°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is frequent with 20 to 22 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Winter (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 17 to 20 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Archidona, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.
Spring (September through November)
Spring daily highs range from 84.5°F (29.2°C) and 82.2°F (27.9°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 16 to 20 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.
Summer (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Archidona to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 83°F (28.3°C) and 77.8°F (25.4°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 18 to 21 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.
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