When to go · San Cristóbal
San Cristóbal in October
Great month. Inside San Cristóbal's best window: Dec–May (warm, calm water) or Jun–Nov (cooler, more wildlife).
Key facts
- Verdict
- Great
- Temperature
- 26°C79°F / 21°C70°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 4
- Crowds
- Low
- 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 October
- San CristóbalHighs around 26 °C, lows around 21 °C, rain on about 4 daysHighs around 79 °F, lows around 70 °F, rain on about 4 days
- Galápagos, Ecuador · Santa Cruz, San Cristóbal, Isabelacool
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
- Medium
Ecuador overall: Quiet month; Andes still mostly dry.
What to pack
- Layers: a fleece or light jacket