Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission
The Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission is one of 7 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ecuador, centered on Guayaquil. Below you’ll find the mission office address, tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2013
- Mission leadersDavid K. and Christine Taylor began serving around July 2025, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Guayaquil Ecuador Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Guayaquil, the warmest month is usually December (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 69°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,988 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are February, March and April.
- The Church hereEcuador has about 279,046 Church members.
This is an unofficial family guide, not affiliated with the Church; always follow your call packet and the Missionary Portal.
Mission office
Address & phone
- Office address
- Casilla de Correo 09-04-206, Guayaquil, Ecuador
Source: Unofficial third-party directory (latterdaymissions.com) — may be out of date unofficial — confirm before mailing as of October 8, 2026
We haven’t verified the mission’s phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal.
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
David K. and Christine Taylor
Serving since July 2025 · new leaders expected July 2028
Source: Church Newsroom 2025 · as of October 8, 2026
Letters & packages
How to send letters & packages
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables.
- Your missionary can email weekly on P-day (preparation day: their weekly day for errands, letters and rest); letters and packages are optional extras.
- Confirm the current mailing address with the mission office or the call packet before sending — offices move.
- Small, padded envelopes usually travel faster and cheaper than boxes; declare contents honestly and avoid restricted items.
Weather & climate
Seasons, rain & live weather
Profile: tropical, hot-summer, very-wet · about 1988 mm of rain a year · wettest months: Feb, Mar, Apr.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 86°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 235 mm |
| Feb | 85°F / 30°C | 74°F / 23°C | 472 mm |
| Mar | 86°F / 30°C | 74°F / 23°C | 483 mm |
| Apr | 86°F / 30°C | 74°F / 23°C | 304 mm |
| May | 85°F / 30°C | 73°F / 23°C | 120 mm |
| Jun | 85°F / 29°C | 71°F / 22°C | 38 mm |
| Jul | 85°F / 30°C | 70°F / 21°C | 21 mm |
| Aug | 86°F / 30°C | 69°F / 21°C | 7 mm |
| Sep | 87°F / 31°C | 69°F / 21°C | 17 mm |
| Oct | 87°F / 31°C | 70°F / 21°C | 14 mm |
| Nov | 87°F / 31°C | 70°F / 21°C | 13 mm |
| Dec | 88°F / 31°C | 72°F / 22°C | 56 mm |
Monthly averages computed from Open-Meteo historical weather data (2016–2025, ERA5 reanalysis) for a ~1° grid cell near the mission city. Approximate; local altitude and coast effects vary.
Language
What you’ll speak
Spanish
Spanish is phonetic: vowels are always a (ah), e (eh), i (ee), o (oh), u (oo). Stress usually falls on the second-to-last syllable unless an accent mark says otherwise. Use "usted" (formal you) with adults until invited to use "tú".
Assignments can include other languages; your call letter states your language.
Nearby temples
Closest temples & distances
- Guayaquil Ecuador Temple — Operating (1 August 1999) · in or near Guayaquil
- Quito Ecuador Temple — Operating (20 November 2022) · about 165 mi (266 km) from Guayaquil
- Otavalo Ecuador Temple — Site announced (14 May 2026) · about 202 mi (325 km) from Guayaquil
- Piura Peru Temple — Groundbreaking scheduled (14 November 2026) · about 213 mi (343 km) from Guayaquil
The Church in Ecuador
Members & congregations
- Official Languages
- Spanish
- Church Membership
- 279,046
- Congregations
- 338 (276 Wards, 62 Branches)
- Number of Missions
- 7
- Operating Temples
- 2
Newsroom Facts & Statistics · updated Fri Mar 06 2026
Practical
Time zone, currency, calling code
- Time zone
- America/Guayaquil
- Currency
- USD
- Country code
- +593
- U.S. travel advisory
- Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution as of 2026-10-08
- Organized
- 1 July 2013
Culture & food
Customs & local food
- Climate varies by altitude: cool highlands, hot coast.
- Be respectful of Indigenous communities.
Foods: Encebollado, Llapingachos, Ceviche, Fritada
Common questions
Quick answers
Who is the mission president of the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission?
The mission leaders are David K. and Christine Taylor, who began serving around July 2025, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2028.
What is the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission office address?
An unofficial directory lists the office at Casilla de Correo 09-04-206, Guayaquil, Ecuador. Offices move, so confirm the current mailing address in your call packet or with the mission office before sending anything.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission?
Import duties and customs delays are common here. Many parents send small padded envelopes or use the pouch/letter options from the call packet; declare low values honestly and avoid sending valuables. Confirm the current address with the mission office first.
What language do missionaries speak in the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission?
Near Guayaquil, the warmest month is usually December (average high about 88°F / 31°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 69°F / 21°C), with roughly 1,988 mm of rain a year. The wettest months are February, March and April. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Guayaquil Ecuador Temple and Quito Ecuador Temple (about 266 km).
When was the Ecuador Guayaquil West Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2013.
Other missions in Ecuador
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources