Ilaló

Volcano Extinct volcanic cone overlooking Quito's eastern suburbs

Extinct volcanic rim east of Quito offering steep hiking and mountain‑biking routes, farmland terraces and panoramic views over the valley below.

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Ilaló
Ilaló (Volcano), east of Quito, Pichincha Province, Ecuador
-0.2627, -78.4194

How to Get to Ilaló #

Accessible from Quito by road - take routes heading east from the city towards the Ilaló ridge and park at common trailheads. Local buses and taxis can deliver hikers to the trail access points.

Tips for Visiting Ilaló #

  • Start early to avoid afternoon showers and to enjoy cooler hiking conditions.
  • Beat the crowds by visiting on weekday mornings - weekends are popular with Quito residents.
  • Bring layers: temperatures change quickly with elevation and wind exposure.

Best Time to Visit Ilaló #

Best in the dry months for clear views over Quito and a safer hiking experience.

Dry season (June-September)
Jun-Sep · 10-20°C
Clearer skies and more stable trail conditions, ideal for panoramas of Quito and the Andean valley.
Shoulder seasons (April-May, Oct-Nov)
Apr-May, Oct-Nov · 8-18°C
Fewer crowds and good hiking windows between rains.

Weather & Climate near Ilaló #

Climate

Ilaló's climate is classified as Warm-Summer Mediterranean - Warm-Summer Mediterranean climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 6°C to 20°C. Abundant rainfall (1124 mm/year), wettest in April.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
20°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

101 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

February

February is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

124 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

March

March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (136 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

136 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

April

April is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (143 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

May

May is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

47 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. The driest month with just 25 mm.

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

25 mm
Rainfall
3.7 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

34 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
20°

Weather

75 mm
Rainfall
3.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (120 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

120 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is the coolest month with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
19°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

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