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Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, Ecuador
Galápagos · Ecuador
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is a small city in Galápagos, Ecuador with a population of 7,290. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is the capital of Galápagos Province, Ecuador. It is located on the southwestern coast of San Cristóbal, the easternmost island in the archipelago, and is the capital of San Cristóbal Canton. It was founded by General Villamil Playas in the mid-19th century, and takes its name from President Alfredo Baquerizo (1859–1951). Today, fishing is the main activity of the locals, but tourism is on the increase along the waterfront with numerous hotels and shops.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,290 |
| Population Density | 4,959 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | -0.9017°, -89.6102° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Galapagos |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Galápagos |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 21.2 inches (539 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno is a small city in Ecuador (Galápagos) with a population of 7,290. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Galapagos.
Climate in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno 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 686 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.1°F |
| 35% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,959/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -0.9017°N, 89.6102°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Galapagos |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: San Cristobal (13 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| San Cristobal | Shield | 759 m (2,490 ft) | Unknown | 13 km |
| Santa Cruz | Shield | 864 m (2,835 ft) | Unknown | 86 km |
| Genovesa | Shield | 64 m (210 ft) | Unknown | 141 km |
| Santiago | Shield | 920 m (3,018 ft) | 1906 | 150 km |
| Negra, Sierra | Shield | 1,124 m (3,688 ft) | 2018 | 174 km |
| Alcedo | Shield | 1,130 m (3,707 ft) | 1993 | 176 km |
| Azul, Cerro | Shield | 1,640 m (5,381 ft) | 2008 | 200 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 1.3 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 0.7 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| September | 69°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | Coldest |
| October | 70°F (21°C) | 0.4 in | |
| November | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 1.8 in |
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 69°F in September to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 21.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (3.9") and August the driest (0.4").
Colleges & Universities in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| GAIAS Campus USFQ | University | — | — |
Schools in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela de Educación Básica Alejandro Alvear | — | — | — | — |
| UNIVERSIDAD SAN FRANCISCO DE QUITO | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela San Cristobal | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Fiscomisional | — | — | — | — |
Museums in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centro de Interpretaciones | ||||
| Galapagos Naval Museum |
Farmers Markets in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal San Cristobal |
Hotels in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
33 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
60 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
5 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Seymour Galapagos Ecological Airport | GPS | Medium Airport |
| San Cristóbal Airport | SCY | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Católica Nuestra Señora del Carmen | La Soledad | |
| Catedral Católica Inmaculada Concepción | |
| Centro Cristiano Hosanna | |
| Church of God Christian Family Center | |
| IEANJESÙS SAN CRISTOBAL | |
| Igelesia evangelica apostólica del nombre de Jesús | |
| Iglesia Adventista del Séptimo Día | |
| Iglesia Católica de El Progreso | |
| Iglesia Católica San Franciso y San Antonio | El Progreso | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| La Iglesia De Jesucristo De Los Santos De Los Últimos Días | |
| Salón del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova | |
| Vicariato Apostolico De Galapagos | |
| Vicariato Apostolico de Galápagos |
Quick Facts
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Volcanoes Near Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Public Holidays in Ecuador
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What is the population of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno?
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno has a population of 7,290 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 4,959 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno?
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.2 inches.