Rio Negro Sopladora National Park

National Park Protected Andean park with cloud forest biodiversity

Rio Negro Sopladora National Park in Cañar Province protects montane forest and river corridors, visited for trekking, birdwatching and riverside scenery.

Rio Negro Sopladora National Park
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How to Get to Rio Negro Sopladora National Park #

Rio Negro Sopladora National Park is in Cañar Province. Access typically requires travel from the provincial capital (Azogues or nearby towns) by road; local 4x4 or guided transport is recommended. Consult Ecuador’s park authorities for current trail and access advice.

Tips for Visiting Rio Negro Sopladora National Park #

  • Contact Ecuador's Ministry of Environment or local park authorities for precise permit and access information.
  • Hire an experienced local guide for navigation and safety-the park's terrain is rugged and remote.
  • Prepare for altitude and variable weather-pack layered clothing and waterproof gear.

Best Time to Visit Rio Negro Sopladora National Park #

Dry season is generally easier for access; wet season offers greener landscapes but more logistical challenges.

Dry season
Jun-Sep · 10-22°C
Easier access and clearer skies for trekking and wildlife viewing.
Wet season
Oct-May · 12-20°C
Lush vegetation and fuller rivers but more difficult travel due to rains.

Weather & Climate near Rio Negro Sopladora National Park #

Climate

Rio Negro Sopladora National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 9°C to 21°C. Abundant rainfall (1255 mm/year), wettest in June.

Air Quality: AQI 56 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
22°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (60 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

60 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

February

February is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

March

March is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

91 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

116 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (138 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

June

June is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (162 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
85%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

162 mm
Rainfall
2.5 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

55 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

August

August is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
19°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
2.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (104 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

104 mm
Rainfall
2.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
10° 20°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

93 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

November

November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
2.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

61 Good

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
20°
84%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

66 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

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