Puná Island
Island Island in Gulf of Guayaquil with mangrove ecosystems
In the Gulf of Guayaquil, Puná Island combines mangrove coasts, small fishing villages and beaches; visitors come for birdwatching, local seafood, and to explore rural island life and colonial-era history.
Tips for Visiting Puná Island #
- Isla Puná is reached by local boats from ports serving the Guayas estuary; ferry/boat services are infrequent and seasonal, so confirm schedules locally and expect simple landing facilities.
- Plan visits during the drier months when sea conditions are calmer, and allow extra time for inter-island transfers - Puná is a working island community, so services are limited and best arranged in advance.
Best Time to Visit Puná Island #
The drier months (roughly June-November) are the best time to visit Puná Island for calmer seas and more reliable conditions for boat access and outdoor activities.
Weather & Climate near Puná Island #
Puná Island's climate is classified as Hot Semi-Arid - Hot Semi-Arid climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 19°C to 31°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm).
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March
March is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (132 mm).
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm).
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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July
July is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 2 mm.
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September
September is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 19°C. Almost no rain.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.
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