Guayaquil - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the air quality like at post (good/moderate/bad)? Are there seasonal air quality issues? Does the air quality have an impact on health?
Pollen and a modest amount humidity seem to be the biggest issues. A little vehicle smog too, but otherwise it is fine. An occasional volcano eruption may add a layer of dust for a few days. Thus far we have had no issues. - Aug 2022
Occasional dust from volcanic eruptions, but these are infrequent. - Jun 2022
It's hard to go for a run outside the gated communities because they're all on a long busy road with a lot of traffic and smog. With the humidity it makes running/biking hard unless you go early in the morning or in the evening. The humidity makes clothes wear out faster-- it helps to have a dehumidifier in your closet. - Oct 2020
Decent air quality, but worse in congested traffic areas. People might struggle in higher altitude areas. - Feb 2019
It's fair, but with the humidity it can cause mold problems and wreck havoc with one's allergies. - Jun 2013
Seasonal. During rainy season there is no dust, but when it's dry it can be a problem around the consulate housing area, as there is work going on. - May 2013
You won't notice it unless you like to exercise outdoors. - Jan 2012
poor; trash burning fouls the air quite often; Exhaust fumes are a big problem; - Jan 2012
Air quality seems fine to me. - Aug 2011
