Portoviejo, Ecuador: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Portoviejo, Ecuador? If you're planning to go to Portoviejo, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Portoviejo
- Important essentials for Portoviejo
- Activities for Portoviejo
- Portoviejo in January: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in February: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in March: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in April: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in May: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in June: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in July: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in August: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in September: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in October: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in November: weather and what to pack
- Portoviejo in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Portoviejo, Ecuador
Based on the climate and weather in Portoviejo, the best time to go is August. See below for details.
Important essentials for Portoviejo, Ecuador
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Portoviejo, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
Travel insurance
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection possible.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear out. An unreadable card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry TSA-friendly product.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have potentially unsafe tap water, so it's important to have a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a good value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Airplane or car necessities
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Portoviejo. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some more rural areas you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone.
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For families with young children
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types A and B. This one is sufficent for most areas, but check with your hotel.
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
What to wear/what to pack for Portoviejo, Ecuador by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January in Portoviejo is hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Light skirts
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Bug repellent
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
February
If you go to Portoviejo in February, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Skirts
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
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Bug repellent
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Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and protect you from skin damage:
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Waterproof sandals
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Sunglasses
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Insulated water bottle
Our pick also removes contaminants:
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Loose-fit shorts
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If you're going to the beach
March
Traveling to Portoviejo in March, you will notice that it is hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunglasses
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Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
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Waterproof sandals
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Insulated water bottle
Our fave also filters contaminants:
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can make you comfortable and guard against UV rays:
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Skirts
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Bug repellent
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If you're going to the beach
April
Traveling to Portoviejo in April, you will notice that it is pretty consistently hot. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and protect you from UV rays:
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Waterproof sandals
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Loose-fit shorts
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Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
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Skirts
-
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
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Bug repellent
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Insulated water bottle
Our first choice also cleans harmful contaminants:
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Sunglasses
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If you're going to the beach
May
May is hot. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Extra socks
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sandals
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Bug repellent
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
June
June for Portoviejo is warm. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Extra socks
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Sandals
-
Light skirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
July
Traveling to Portoviejo in July, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sunscreen lotion
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Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Extra socks
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Light skirts
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
August
August in this region is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Sandals
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Extra socks
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Sunscreen lotion
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Bug repellent
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
September
If you visit Portoviejo during September, you may notice that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 70s F (low 20s C). Humidity is generally between 70 and 80% during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Breathable footwear or sandals
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Extra socks
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Sunscreen lotion
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
October
If you are traveling to Portoviejo in October, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
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Sandals
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Bug repellent
-
Extra socks
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
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Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Light skirts
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
November
Traveling to Portoviejo in November, you will notice that it is warm. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light skirts
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Sandals
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Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Long and short sleeve shirts
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Bug repellent
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
December
If you are traveling to Portoviejo in December, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature. Daytime temperatures are in the high 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Long and short sleeve shirts
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Bug repellent
-
Light skirts
-
Sunscreen lotion
-
Breathable footwear or sandals
-
Short pants or heavy shorts
-
Sandals
-
Extra socks
-
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
-
Beach necessities
If you're going to the beach:
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