The best times to visit Puyo for ideal weather are

April 16th to October 21st

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

 

 


Other Puyo Travel Info

Weather in Puyo

Temperature

Average temperatures in Puyo vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very enjoyable all year with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is more temperate than most — in the 65th 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 Puyo, the hottest months are November, October, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January where highs are regularly around 83.4°F (28.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 64.6°F (18.1°C) at night.

Puyo Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Puyo 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.

Puyo Perceived Temperature (F)

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Puyo Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Puyo 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 75.9 70.2 64.2
Feb 75 69.3 63.2
Mar 76.4 69.5 63.8
Apr 80 72 64.6
May 77.3 70.8 63.6
Jun 77.6 70.2 63.3
Jul 76.1 69.5 62.8
Aug 78 71 62.6
Sep 78.9 71.7 62.6
Oct 79.2 72.2 63.9
Nov 79.8 72.4 64.2
Dec 78.7 71.8 64.6

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 24.4 21.2 17.9
Feb 23.9 20.7 17.3
Mar 24.7 20.8 17.7
Apr 26.7 22.2 18.1
May 25.2 21.6 17.6
Jun 25.3 21.2 17.4
Jul 24.5 20.8 17.1
Aug 25.6 21.7 17
Sep 26.1 22.1 17
Oct 26.2 22.3 17.7
Nov 26.6 22.4 17.9
Dec 25.9 22.1 18.1

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Puyo are September, February, and then August. 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 November. For example, on the week of November 19th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid January with an average of 7 days of significant precipitation the week of January 8th.

When can you find snow in Puyo? 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 Puyo.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Puyo (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 83% 0 23.9
Feb 46% 0 5.7
Mar 100% 0 18.9
Apr 76% 0 13.6
May 85% 0 18.6
Jun 77% 0 20.4
Jul 67% 0 14.1
Aug 59% 0 18.8
Sep 43% 0 10.2
Oct 63% 0 15.4
Nov 71% 0 13
Dec 69% 0 12

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 83 0 60.7
Feb 46 0 14.5
Mar 100 0 48
Apr 76 0 34.5
May 85 0 47.2
Jun 77 0 51.8
Jul 67 0 35.8
Aug 59 0 47.8
Sep 43 0 25.9
Oct 63 0 39.1
Nov 71 0 33
Dec 69 0 30.5

 

Humidity and Wind

Puyo has some extremely humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is August (67.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is March (83.8%).

Wind in Puyo is usually calm. The windiest month is September, followed by August and December. September’s average wind speed of around 5.9 knots (6.8 MPH or 10.9 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 September where average top sustained speeds reach 10.3 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.4 Light breeze 7.1 Gentle breeze
Feb 3.6 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Mar 3.1 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 4 Light breeze 6.4 Light breeze
May 3.4 Barely noticeable 5.8 Gentle breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.2 Light breeze
Jul 4.3 Light breeze 6.6 Gentle breeze
Aug 5.3 Light breeze 7.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.9 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Oct 4.6 Light breeze 7.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.7 Light breeze 7.8 Gentle breeze
Dec 4.7 Light breeze 7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 77.5%
Feb 79.7%
Mar 83.8%
Apr 77.5%
May 75.1%
Jun 77.1%
Jul 75.6%
Aug 67.2%
Sep 67.5%
Oct 72.4%
Nov 74.7%
Dec 77.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Puyo?

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 Puyo, 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 Puyo 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 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 Puyo Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 83.4°F (28.6°C) and 71.6°F (22°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is frequent with 23 to 31 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 23 to 31 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Puyo, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.

moderate)) (September through November)

moderate)) daily highs range from 81.3°F (27.4°C) and 77°F (25°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a great amount: 13 to 21 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 Puyo to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 80.1°F (26.7°C) and 71.6°F (22°C). On average, it rains or snows a very great amount: 13 to 26 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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