Guayaquil Floods for a Second Straight Day After Heavy Rain

Guayaquil faced flooding for a second consecutive day after intense rain hit the city again on June 9, 2026.

Municipal reports identified problems in northern, central and southern sectors.

Critical Points

Areas mentioned as critical include:

• Sauces
• Samanes
• Las Orquideas
• Bastion
• Via Perimetral

In Las Orquideas, water from the Mucho Lote rainwater channel overflowed and accumulated on nearby roads.

Authorities said the strong rain in Guayaquil is not being treated as an El Nino event, although broader forecasts still point to more rain in much of Ecuador through June 10.

What This Means for Expats

If you live in Guayaquil, Samborondon, Daule or nearby areas, expect slow movement and possible disruptions during heavy rain windows.

Avoid driving through standing water, especially near channels, underpasses and low-lying streets. If you have medical appointments, airport trips or school pickups, build in extra time while the drainage system catches up.