Weather in Galapagos

In this time of the year, the islands not only adopt an emerald-green color, and turn humid and balmy warm, but many species start reproducing now.

For these, this time is the only one where they have their best chance to pass their genes to a next generation.

Thus, February is a month when lots of unique and exciting things exclusively happen.

The experience is quite unique for visitors, and no one should miss seeing this amazing realm.



A couple of highlights include the marine iguanas (especially those in Punta Espinoza, Fernandina Island and Punta Suárez, Española Island) with eye-catching colors, and nesting behavior.

But of course, the most committed effort goes to the frigate birds.

Males will display their scarlet-red gular pouches as they try to attract a passing female.

Such wildlife encounters will continue until the end of April, but it is during February, March and April where the most rewarding natural events and wildlife encounters will occur.

The marine environment deserves special attention, since the warm waters stationed at the Panamic Province, are ready to head down south, while bathing the Galapagos.

Expected water temperatures to range between 24ºC and 27ºC (76ºF – 80ºF), and visibility to be generally good (15-18 meters; 50-60 feet).

Having a marine tropical ecosystem next to Galapagos penguins and Sea lions (that come from much colder and temperate environments) is another enriching wildlife experience.

What other tropical destination on Earth has a penguin? Of course, zoos don't count!

The Galapagos marine reserve will delight every single explorer, particularly at the most western islands of the archipelago (Isabela & Fernandina).

Snorkeling in the Galapagos Islands and glass-bottom boat outings are adventures you should not miss.



Looking at the weather in Galapagos, we see these islands as the world of perpetual change, and these are the most relevant natural events expected to happen each February – March – April period:

• The Hot Season is at its best days.
• The islands are almost fully green (vegetation) due to more humidity and occasional showers.
• Reproduction of land reptiles, as well as land birds.
• Great frigate birds have engaged in full courtship and nesting.
• Large flocks of blue-footed boobies feeding out in the west of Galapagos (Isabela & Fernandina Islands).
• Arrival of first waved albatrosses to Española Island (end of March).
• Most waters remain calm within the islands.
• Sunrises and sunsets (especially out in the west) are simply spectacular.
• March 10th: 471st Anniversary of the discovery of Galápagos Islands by Bishop Tomás de Berlanga (1535).
• Transition of the weather in Galapagos (end of April) between the Hot Season and the Dry Season.
• Courtship of waved albatrosses and blue-footed boobies at Punta Suárez, Española Island (end of April).
• And, of course, one of the most important reasons for coming these days: the weather in Galapagos! Escape the winter, the carnival, the Mardi Gras, the cold, the noise, etc, and come to enjoy the most rewarding weather of any time of the year in Galapagos: February – March and April.

If you have already explored the islands during the Dry Season (May – November), I'll suggest you consider returning during the months of the Hot Season.

Returning to this magical paradise will be totally a new experience during the Hot Season. That is how much the weather in Galapagos changes, and visitors just love experiencing such.

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