The best times to visit Ibarra for ideal weather are

February 26th to May 13th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ibarra Travel Info

Weather in Ibarra

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ibarra vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 29th 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 Ibarra, the hottest months are November, March, and then December. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late November where highs are regularly around 68.1°F (20.1°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 48°F (8.9°C) at night.

Ibarra Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ibarra 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.

Ibarra Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ibarra Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ibarra 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)
Jan 65.3 56.2 46.3
Feb 65.3 56.2 45.9
Mar 65.7 56.7 46.8
Apr 65 56.6 45.6
May 64.2 55.8 45.7
Jun 62.1 54.7 45.6
Jul 61.7 54.4 45.7
Aug 62.4 54.3 45
Sep 63.5 55.1 44.6
Oct 65.9 56.6 45.2
Nov 67.3 57.3 46.6
Dec 65.9 56.7 46

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 18.5 13.4 7.9
Feb 18.5 13.4 7.7
Mar 18.7 13.7 8.2
Apr 18.3 13.7 7.6
May 17.9 13.2 7.6
Jun 16.7 12.6 7.6
Jul 16.5 12.4 7.6
Aug 16.9 12.4 7.2
Sep 17.5 12.8 7
Oct 18.8 13.7 7.3
Nov 19.6 14.1 8.1
Dec 18.8 13.7 7.8

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ibarra are September, August, and then July. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late December. For example, on the week of December 24th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid April with an average of 5 days of significant precipitation the week of April 16th.

When can you find snow in Ibarra? 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 Ibarra.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ibarra (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)
Jan 24% 0 2.7
Feb 35% 0 4
Mar 33% 0 4.1
Apr 26% 0 3.2
May 22% 0 2.3
Jun 27% 0 2.2
Jul 22% 0 2.1
Aug 16% 0 1.5
Sep 13% 0 1.1
Oct 26% 0 3.1
Nov 41% 0 4.9
Dec 29% 0 3.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 24 0 6.9
Feb 35 0 10.2
Mar 33 0 10.4
Apr 26 0 8.1
May 22 0 5.8
Jun 27 0 5.6
Jul 22 0 5.3
Aug 16 0 3.8
Sep 13 0 2.8
Oct 26 0 7.9
Nov 41 0 12.4
Dec 29 0 8.6

 

Humidity and Wind

Ibarra has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is October (72.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is June (83.5%).

Wind in Ibarra is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and July. September’s average wind speed of around 5.5 knots (6.3 MPH or 10.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early June where average top sustained speeds reach 11.9 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ibarra.

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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 4.6 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.7 Barely noticeable 7.8 Gentle breeze
Mar 4.4 Light breeze 9 Gentle breeze
Apr 4.3 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
May 4 Light breeze 8.2 Gentle breeze
Jun 5 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.3 Light breeze 9.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.5 Light breeze 10 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 10.1 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.5 Light breeze 8.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4 Light breeze 8.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.5 Light breeze 8.5 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 76%
Feb 76.4%
Mar 78.4%
Apr 77.5%
May 81.7%
Jun 83.5%
Jul 77.8%
Aug 75.7%
Sep 72.5%
Oct 72.3%
Nov 72.8%
Dec 74.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ibarra?

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 Ibarra, 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 Ibarra 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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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 53.8 in June means 53.8% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Ibarra Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 67.1°F (19.5°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 10 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the least precipitation with 5 to 8 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Ibarra, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 68.1°F (20.1°C) and 61.9°F (16.6°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 12 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Ibarra to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.8°F (19.3°C) and 63.9°F (17.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 7 to 10 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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