Best time to visit Galápagos
Go inMay–November
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Every month has wildlife highlights; book cruises early.
See Galápagos on the globeGalápagos month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Great | 30°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Warm season |
| February | Good | 31°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | Warm season |
| March | Good | 31°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | Warm season |
| April | Good | 30°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | Warm season |
| May | Great | 28°C | Some rain | Quiet | Cheapest | Warm season |
| June | Great | 26°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | Garúa season |
| July | Great | 25°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | Garúa season |
| August | Great | 24°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | Garúa season |
| September | Great | 25°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | Garúa season |
| October | Great | 25°C | Mostly dry | Quiet | Cheapest | Garúa season |
| November | Great | 26°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | Garúa season |
| December | Great | 28°C | Some rain | Peak crowds | Priciest | Warm season |
Festivals, events and seasons in Galápagos
- Jun–Nov🌿 Garúa seasonCooler water, more marine life and active seabirds.
- Dec–May🌿 Warm seasonCalmer seas, nesting turtles and green islands.
Good to know
- Flights to Galápagos are usually cheapest in February–May and October. The catch: February–April are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August and December, so book early.
Darwin’s 1835 visit to the Galápagos helped shape his theory of evolution.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Galápagos?
The best time to visit Galápagos is May–November. Every month has wildlife highlights; book cruises early.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Galápagos?
Flights are usually cheapest in February–May and October, when demand is lowest.
When is Galápagos busiest?
Galápagos is busiest in July–August and December.
What is the weather like in Galápagos?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 31°C, and August the coolest at 24°C. The wettest period is February–April.
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