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When to go · San Cristóbal

San Cristóbal in January

Great month. Inside San Cristóbal's best window: Dec–May (warm, calm water) or Jun–Nov (cooler, more wildlife).

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
29°C / 23°C
average high / low
Rain days
8
Crowds
Medium
Ecuador overall
Prices
Medium
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 January

Long-term averages
  • San CristóbalHighs around 29 °C, lows around 23 °C, rain on about 8 days
  • Galápagos, Ecuador · Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal, Isabelabest weather

    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
Medium
Prices · Ecuador overall
Medium

Ecuador overall: Galápagos warm season starts; Andes mixed; coast hot and wet.

What to pack

Nothing unusual for the weather this month.

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