Salango IslandSalango Island at a Glance
Things to Do
Nearby Attractions to Salango Island
When to Go
Best Time to Visit Salango Island
Best from June to December when ocean conditions favour boat access and snorkeling.
Dry Season
June-December · 24-30°C
Calmer seas and clearer water, best for boat trips and snorkeling.
Wet Season
January-May · 24-28°C
Warmer but with higher chance of rain and choppier seas.
Weather & Climate near Salango Island
Climate
Subtropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 18°C to 30°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
Air Quality:
AQI 43
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
18°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 21° - 30° | 25° | 46 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 81 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 90 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 21° - 30° | 26° | 37 mm | - | - | 2.8 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 21° - 29° | 25° | 16 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 20° - 28° | 24° | 14 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 19° - 27° | 23° | 8 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 18° - 27° | 22° | 4 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 18° - 27° | 23° | 6 mm | - | - | 3.4 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 18° - 27° | 23° | 5 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 19° - 28° | 23° | 3 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 20° - 29° | 24° | 6 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Salango Island
Boat trips to Salango Island depart from Puerto López and nearby coastal towns; the road from Manta is the main land route to Puerto López, from where local operators run excursions.
Tips for Visiting Salango Island
- Boat trips from Puerto López and Manglaralto are the usual approach; confirm seasonal schedules in advance.
- Bring snorkeling gear - the island's waters are used for subsistence fishing and host turtles and tropical fish.
- Support local ecotourism efforts: guided visits provide income to communities protecting coastal ecosystems.