Ecuador's National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) has issued a weather alert due to expected heavy rains and thunderstorms, particularly in the coastal region and specific areas in the Sierra and Amazon regions for February 8. The warning is effective until 7:00 PM the same day, indicating a consistent pattern of adverse weather affecting several parts of the country.

The forecast highlights varying temperatures across different regions, with the coastal area expected to experience temperatures between 21.5 °C and 30.5 °C, while the Sierra ranges from 7 °C to 23 °C, and the Amazon area is likely to see temperatures between 18 °C and 29 °C. Additionally, the Insular region may have temperatures between 23 °C and 31 °C, indicating a diverse climate affecting different parts of Ecuador.

Moreover, the announcement also warns about high to very high ultraviolet radiation levels, which poses an additional concern for health and safety during this period of inclement weather. The combination of thunderstorms, heavy rain, and UV radiation highlights the need for the public to take necessary precautions as they navigate the impacted areas of the country during this weather event.