Salango Island Island

Pacific island off Manabí coast with marine reserve

A small island off Ecuador's Manabí coast, Salango Island attracts snorkelers, divers and boaters looking for marine life, clear water and day trips from the mainland village of Salango.

Salango Island at a Glance#

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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.

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.

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

30°

Warmest Month

18°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

Weather

46 mm

Rainfall

2.9 m/s

Wind

Calm

February

February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

Weather

81 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

March

March is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with 90 mm of rain.

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

22° – 30°

Weather

90 mm

Rainfall

2.6 m/s

Wind

Calm

April

April is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Moderate rainfall (37 mm).

Comfort

26°

Feels Like Warm

26°C

Temperature

21° – 30°

Weather

37 mm

Rainfall

2.8 m/s

Wind

Calm

May

May is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

25°

Feels Like Warm

25°C

Temperature

21° – 29°

Weather

16 mm

Rainfall

3.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

June

June is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Mild

24°C

Temperature

20° – 28°

Weather

14 mm

Rainfall

3.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

July

July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 27°

Weather

8 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

22°

Feels Like Mild

22°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

Weather

4 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

September

September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

3.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

October

October is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

Weather

5 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

November

November is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 3 mm.

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

19° – 28°

Weather

3 mm

Rainfall

3.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

December

December is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Almost no rain.

Comfort

24°

Feels Like Warm

24°C

Temperature

20° – 29°

Weather

6 mm

Rainfall

3.3 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

Nearby Attractions to Salango Island#

Machalilla National Park

Coastal Ecuadorian park protecting dry forest and beaches

Park 5.4 km