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Pedernales, Ecuador
Manabí · Ecuador
Pedernales is a small city in Manabí, Ecuador with a population of 5,983. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Pedernales
Pedernales is a coastal town in Ecuador. It is the capital of Pedernales Canton. Ecuador's Pacific Highway 15 passes through the town and Highway 382 terminates in the town.
People
Climate
| Population | 5,983 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.0717°, -80.0522° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Manabí |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.9 inches (1,039 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Pedernales
Pedernales is a small city in Ecuador (Manabí) with a population of 5,983. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 562.2 sq mi (1,456.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.0717°N, 80.0522°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 124 km |
| 2016 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 663 | 37 km |
| 2025 | ECUADOR | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 129 km |
| 1906 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | 0.3 m | — | 148 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Guagua Pichincha (164 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 164 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 166 km |
| Illiniza | Stratovolcano | 5,248 m (17,218 ft) | Unknown | 170 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 177 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 190 km |
| Cotopaxi | Stratovolcano | 5,911 m (19,393 ft) | 2016 | 198 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | Coldest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 0.7 in | |
| November | 76°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.7 in |
Pedernales has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in September to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 40.9 inches, with March being the wettest month (8.5") and November the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Pedernales
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unidad educativa Cóndor Mirador | College | — | — |
| UNIVERSIDAD TECNICA DE MANABI | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Pedernales
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Patria Unida | — | — | — | — |
| UEP del Milenio Pedernales | — | — | — | — |
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA TECNICA AGROPECUARIA PEDERNALES | — | — | — | — |
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA DEL MILENIO CIUDAD DE PEDERNALES | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Técnico Pedernales | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Pedernales
29 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Pedernales
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Pedernales
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Pedernales
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Pedernales
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Pedernales
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pedernales
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Pedernales
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Pedernales
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Coaque Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Jama Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Km 192 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Km 60 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| La Celeste Airport. | — | Small Airport |
| Los Perales Airport | BHA | Small Airport |
| Pedernales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Silok Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Pedernales
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica María Auxiliadora | Pedernales | |
| Iglesia Católica Virgen del Carmen | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Coaque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Pedernales?
Pedernales has a population of 5,983 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 562.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Pedernales?
Pedernales has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.9 inches.