{"id":25011,"date":"2022-10-18T23:30:15","date_gmt":"2022-10-18T23:30:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-march-in-ecuador\/"},"modified":"2022-10-18T23:30:16","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T23:30:16","slug":"what-to-do-in-march-in-ecuador","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wintersunexpert.com\/what-to-do-in-march-in-ecuador\/","title":{"rendered":"What to do in March in Ecuador - 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ecuador is a country in northwestern South America, bordered by Colombia on the north, Peru on the east and south, and the Pacific Ocean on the west. Ecuador also includes the Gal\u00e1pagos Islands in the Pacific, about 1000 km (622 Miles) west of the mainland. The capital is Quito.
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\nSeveral places in the country have been declared UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the Galapagos Islands and the cities of Quito and Cuenca.<\/p>

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Before we have a look at what you can do in Ecuador, let's first look at the weather you can expect in March.

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March weather in Ecuador<\/h2>To get a good overview of the type of weather you can expect in March in Ecuador, we will look at the day and night temperature, minimum and maximum water temperature, and if March is comfortable or humid

Generally, March in Ecuador will be slightly on the colder side. Historical data shows that you can expect an average temperature of around 59\u00b0F \/ 15\u00b0C. But due to the moderate humidity it can still feel slightly uncomfortable for some. During the night, it will cool down to around 44\u00b0F \/ 7\u00b0C. Many will prefer a location with air conditioning due to the high humidity level.

Ecuador has its share of rainy days in March. You can expect around 22 rainy days, with on average 2 inches \/ 51 mm of rain during the whole month.

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The forecast for March 2025 is based on historical data and are averages. They will give a good indication what you can expect, but the daily temperature and rain will fluctuate during the month.<\/div><\/p>

Things to see and do in Ecuador<\/h2>

Ecuador has many things to soo. With help from our visitors we have dived a list of things to see in. If you have any sugestions or improvements for this list, please let us know.<\/p>

Carnival<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>Feb, March<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Carnival is held on different dates in February and March. Carnival in Ecuador also includes the Kichwa holiday of Paucar Huatay, which marks the end of the solar year.<\/div>
See details here<\/a><\/div><\/div>
The Fiesta de la Yuca<\/div>
Event\/Festival<\/span>Jan, Feb, March<\/span><\/span><\/div>
Between January and March, people celebrate fruit harvests called The Fiesta de la Yuca.<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>

Shopping in Ecuador<\/h2>

In Quito, a very famous touristic site is El Mercado Artesenal where many souvenirs can be found; Almost everything that can be bought has a price that can be bargained. If you are not a native, they will try and get higher prices out of you, which is why it is recommended to go with someone who is either fluent in Spanish or native to bargain more effectively.
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\nQuicentro - Avenida Naciones Unidas entre, Av. 6 de Diciembre, Quito<\/p>

Activities in Ecuador<\/h2>
Whale Watching<\/div>
In the warm waters of the Ecuadorian Pacific, snowbirds can experience sightings of humpback whales performing their yearly love ritual.<\/div>
Stand at the Middle of the World<\/div>
In Quito, snowbirds can pay a visit to Mitad del Mundo Monument which Mark's Ecuador's location as the middle of the world. The area features a park complex and a monument of the globe. Gravity is less effective in Quito, so your body will weigh less.<\/div>
Boat trips and excursions<\/div>
In pleasant weather, you can take boat trips or excursions across the ocean.<\/div>
Visit the Galapagos<\/div>
Snowbirds can visit the breathtaking paradise that inspired Darwin's theory of Evolution.<\/div>
Explore local delicacies<\/div>
Apart from its wildlife, biodiversity, and cultural heritage, Ecuador is also home to some tasty and delicious meals you won't be forgetting anytime soon.<\/div>
Visit the closest place on Earth to the Sun<\/div>
Snowbirds can pay a visit to the Chimborazo province, where the formidable Chimborazo volcano. It stands at 6268 meter (20565 feet) tall. This giant is. the closet point from Earth to the Sun.<\/div>
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Restaurants in Ecuador<\/h2>

Ecuadorian cuisine is diverse, varying with altitude, and associated agricultural conditions. Beef, chicken, and seafood are popular in the coastal regions.
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  • Rompe Colchon<\/li>
  • Somos Ecuador Restaurante<\/li>
  • Katari<\/li>
  • Aguardiente, a sugar cane-based spirit, is probably the most popular national alcohol.<\/li><\/ul><\/p>

    More things to see in Ecuador<\/h2>
    The Amazon forest<\/div>
    Snowbirds can find and go on tours to the Amazon Jungle for a couple hundred dollars. A great part of Ecuador is the Amazonian rainforest, so it will be an exciting experience to explore the habitat of over 1000 species like monkeys, tapirs, and Jaguars.<\/div>
    Monasterio de San Francisco<\/div>
    This is the oldest and largest church in Quito.<\/div>
    Middle of the World<\/div>
    Also known as Ciudad Mitad del Mundo, the Middle of the World is grounds that hold a monument to the equator, which highlights the exact location of the Equator. There is also a Museum in the area.<\/div>
    Cotopaxi<\/div>
    This is an active stratovolcano in the Andes mountains of Ecuador. It is south of Quito. At 5897 meter (19348 feet) in height, it is one of the world's highest volcanoes and the second-highest summit in Ecuador.<\/div>
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