When to go · San Cristóbal
San Cristóbal in April
Great month. Inside San Cristóbal's best window: Dec–May (warm, calm water) or Jun–Nov (cooler, more wildlife).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 30°C86°F / 24°C75°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 8
- Crowds
- Low
- Ecuador overall
- Prices
- Low
- Ecuador overall
Verdict
GreatBest and avoid months for San Cristóbal
Inside San Cristóbal's best window: Dec–May (warm, calm water) or Jun–Nov (cooler, more wildlife).
Weather in April
- San CristóbalHighs around 30 °C, lows around 24 °C, rain on about 8 daysHighs around 86 °F, lows around 75 °F, rain on about 8 days
- Galápagos, Ecuador · Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal, Isabelahot
Warm season (Dec–May): calm seas, short showers, clear water. Garúa season (Jun–Nov): cool mist, rougher seas, colder water and more marine life.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Ecuador overall
- Low
- Prices · Ecuador overall
- Low
Ecuador overall: Rain in the Andes and Amazon; landslides on mountain roads; good Galápagos snorkelling.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen