Throughout September, the Galapagos Islands expertise a transitional interval between the gara (cool, dry season) and the hotter, wetter season. Air temperatures usually vary from the low 70s to the low 80s Fahrenheit (low 20s to excessive 20s Celsius). Water temperatures are cooler, usually within the low to mid-70s Fahrenheit (low to mid-20s Celsius). This time of 12 months is characterised by a mixture of sunshine and overcast skies, with occasional drizzle. Ocean currents are additionally in transition, creating distinctive situations for marine life.
This particular timeframe provides distinctive alternatives for wildlife viewing. Cooler waters appeal to plankton blooms, which in flip draw a wide range of marine species, together with whales, dolphins, and seabirds. On land, the vegetation begins its transition from the dry, brown panorama to a greener, extra vibrant state. Traditionally, this era marked a shift within the actions of the native inhabitants, who adjusted their fishing and agricultural practices in accordance with the altering climate patterns.