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Palora, Ecuador
Morona-Santiago Province · Ecuador
Palora is a small city in Morona-Santiago Province, Ecuador with a population of 6,472. Elevation: 4,360 ft (1,329 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Palora
Palora is a town in the Morona Santiago province of Ecuador. It is the seat of the Palora Canton.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,472 |
| Population Density | 139 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,360 ft (1,329 m) |
| Coordinates | -1.7009°, -77.9661° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Morona-Santiago Province |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 114.1 inches (2,899 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Palora
Palora is a small city in Ecuador (Morona-Santiago Province) with a population of 6,472. The city sits at an elevation of 4,360 feet (1,329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 69°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.1 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Palora
Palora has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 4451 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.2°F |
| 30% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 297 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,360 ft (1,329 m) |
| Area | 46.6 sq mi (120.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 139/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -1.7009°N, 77.9661°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Sangay (54 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Sangay | Stratovolcano | 5,286 m (17,343 ft) | 2020 | 54 km |
| Licto | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 3,336 m (10,945 ft) | Unknown | 72 km |
| Cotopaxi | Stratovolcano | 5,911 m (19,393 ft) | 2016 | 125 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 130 km |
| Sumaco | Stratovolcano | 3,990 m (13,091 ft) | 1895 | 135 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 137 km |
| Illiniza | Stratovolcano | 5,248 m (17,218 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 151 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 166 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 184 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 184 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 69°F (21°C) | 11.2 in | |
| February | 71°F (22°C) | 11.4 in | |
| March | 71°F (22°C) | 14.3 in | |
| April | 71°F (22°C) | 15.8 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 13.2 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 16.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 69°F (21°C) | 13.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 10.6 in | Driest |
| September | 71°F (21°C) | 13.0 in | |
| October | 72°F (22°C) | 12.9 in | |
| November | 72°F (22°C) | 12.6 in | Warmest |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 12.4 in |
Palora has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 69°F in July to 72°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 157.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (16.3") and August the driest (10.6").
Schools in Palora
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EEB EDEN DE LA AMAZONIA | - | - | - | - |
| EEB 26 DE OCTUBRE | - | - | - | - |
| EEB CIUDAD DE AMBATO | - | - | - | - |
| EEB ANDRÉS F. CÓRDOVA | - | - | - | - |
| UE ESPECIAL HELEN ADAMS | - | - | - | - |
| UE FRAY ROSERO | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB 25 DE JUNIO | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB 10 DE AGOSTO | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB JOSE CORNELIO CHUP | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB TSAMARAINT | - | - | - | - |
| Heroes del Cenepa | - | - | - | - |
| EEB RÍO PALORA | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB 25 DE DICIEMBRE | - | - | - | - |
| EEB HÉROES DE CENEPA | - | - | - | - |
| UE PALORA | - | - | - | - |
| EEB QUITO LUZ DE AMERICA | - | - | - | - |
| EEB SANGAY | - | - | - | - |
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA FISCOMISIONAL SAGRADO CORAZÓN DE JESÚS | - | - | - | - |
| CECIB SAN LUIS | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Palora
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clásica FM | clasic rock, clasicos en ingles | AAC 385 kbps |
Museums in Palora
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo etno - arqueológico |
Libraries in Palora
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edipcentro | 0.0 | |||||
| Español | 0.0 | |||||
| imprenta ok | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Palora
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melchochas Caña mermelada Puro | |||||
| Mercado Central | |||||
| Mercado de la Shell | |||||
| Mercado de los plátanos | |||||
| Mercado La Mariscal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal El Dorado |
Hotels in Palora
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Palora
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Palora
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Palora
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Palora
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Palora
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Palora
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Palora
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Chachoán Regional Airport | ATF | Medium Airport |
| Coronel E Carvajal Airport | XMS | Medium Airport |
| Jumandy Airport | TNW | Medium Airport |
| Achuar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Arajuno Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arapicos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Atacapi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ayuy Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Centro Paatin Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chankuap Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chimborazo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chumbi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Copataza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Damointaro Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Guaraní Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Huito Molino Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Iñaywa Norte Airdtrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ishpink Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Iwia Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jimbiquiti Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kawa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kayamentza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kayantza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kenkuim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kikints Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kuakash Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kuankua Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kusutka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llanchamacocha Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Macuma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mashient Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mashientenza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Masurash Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayor Galo Torres Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nemonpade Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nueva Canusa Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Paandin Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pacayacu Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pakintza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pimpintza Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pitiur Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rio Amazonas Airport | PTZ | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Oriente Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Francisco de Macuma Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San José de Taisha Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| San Juan Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Rosa 2 Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sarayaku Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sasain Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shaimi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Palora
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica Nuestra Señora del Rosario de Agua Santa - Palora | |
| Iglesia Católica Sagrada Familia - La Florida | |
| Iglesia Evangelica | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal 'Coge el Fuego del Espíritu Santo' | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Palora |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Palora
What is the population of Palora?
Palora has a population of 6,472 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 139 people per square mile, spread across 46.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Palora?
Palora enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 69°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.1 inches.