Feb 21 • 11:00 UTC 🇪🇨 Ecuador El Universo (ES)

Rain and thunderstorms for this Saturday in Ecuador: These areas of the country will be on alert

Ecuador is expecting heavy rains and thunderstorms across various regions, with alerts issued for affected areas.

This Saturday, Ecuador is bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall along the Coastal region, accompanied by thunderstorms, as reported by El Universo. Meanwhile, the Andean region will also experience rain and drizzles, while the Amazon region will see showers with thunderstorms predicted. The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) has previously warned that from Thursday, February 19, to Sunday, February 22, 2026, varying intensities of rain and sporadic thunderstorms are expected across multiple areas of the country.

Temperature forecasts indicate that on the Coast, temperatures will range from 22 °C to 32 °C; in the Andes, between 8 °C and 23 °C; in the Amazon basin, between 18 °C and 31 °C; and the Insular region will see temperatures between 23 °C and 32 °C. Additionally, the public is cautioned about high levels of ultraviolet radiation, which are expected to reach moderate to very high levels throughout the day.

This weather alert underscores the challenges Ecuador faces during its rainy season, with implications for agriculture, transport, and overall public safety. Authorities and residents are urged to remain vigilant and prepare for adverse conditions that could impact daily activities and infrastructure across the nation.

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