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Valdez, Ecuador
Esmeraldas · Ecuador
Valdez is a small city in Esmeraldas, Ecuador with a population of 11,441. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Valdez
Valdéz is a town in the Esmeraldas province of Ecuador. It is the seat of the Eloy Alfaro Canton.
People
Climate
| Population | 11,441 |
| Population Density | 179 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 1.2492°, -78.9831° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Esmeraldas |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 95.4 inches (2,423 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Valdez
Valdez is a small city in Ecuador (Esmeraldas) with a population of 11,441. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 95.4 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Climate in Valdez
Valdez has an average annual temperature of 24.3°C (76°F). The hottest month is Sep (25°C), the coldest is Dec (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 1066 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 163 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 64.0 sq mi (165.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 179/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 1.2492°N, 78.9831°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | COLOMBIA: OFF SHORE, PACIFIC OCEAN | Earthquake | 6.0 m | 600 | 47 km |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 54 km |
| 2016 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 0.6 m | 663 | 142 km |
| 2025 | ECUADOR | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 63 km |
| 1958 | COLOMBIA-ECUADOR | Earthquake | — | 115 | 64 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
12 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Chachimbiro (116 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 116 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 125 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 126 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 128 km |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 142 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 147 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 148 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 164 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 175 km |
| Galeras | Complex | 4,276 m (14,029 ft) | 2014 | 179 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 183 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 198 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 10.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 12.0 in | Warmest, Wettest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 11.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 10.7 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 5.5 in |
Valdez has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in August to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 95.4 inches, with April being the wettest month (12.0") and November the driest (3.2").
Schools in Valdez
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unidad educativa 13 de mayo | — | — | — | — |
| UNIDAD EDUCATIVA LA TOLA | — | — | — | — |
Airports Near Valdez
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Carlos Concha Torres International Airport | ESM | Large Airport |
| La Florida Airport | TCO | Medium Airport |
| Guinulero Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Palpailón | — | Small Airport |
| San Lorenzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tapatla Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Valdez
What is the population of Valdez?
Valdez has a population of 11,441 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 179 people per square mile, spread across 64.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Valdez?
Valdez has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 163 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 95.4 inches.