Ecuador Quito West Mission
The Ecuador Quito West Mission is one of 7 missions of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Ecuador, centered on Quito. Below you’ll find tips for letters and packages, weather, language and temples.
At a glance
- Organized1 July 2024
- Mission leadersFernando P. and Janett Del Carpio began serving around July 2024, according to the Church Newsroom.
- LanguageMissionaries here usually teach in Spanish and Quechua; your call letter tells you your exact language.
- Nearest templeThe nearest operating temple is the Quito Ecuador Temple, in the mission area.
- WeatherNear Quito, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 77°F / 25°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 65°F / 19°C), with roughly 5,771 mm of rain a year.
- 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
We haven’t verified this mission’s office address, phone or email yet — use the contacts in your call packet or the Missionary Portal. as of October 8, 2026
Mission leaders
Who leads the mission
Fernando P. and Janett Del Carpio
Serving since July 2024 · new leaders expected July 2027
Source: Church Newsroom 2024 · 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: very-wet, high-altitude · about 5771 mm of rain a year.
Monthly averages
| Avg high | Avg low | Rain | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 76°F / 24°C | 67°F / 20°C | 690 mm |
| Feb | 76°F / 25°C | 68°F / 20°C | 620 mm |
| Mar | 77°F / 25°C | 68°F / 20°C | 704 mm |
| Apr | 77°F / 25°C | 68°F / 20°C | 681 mm |
| May | 77°F / 25°C | 68°F / 20°C | 532 mm |
| Jun | 76°F / 24°C | 67°F / 19°C | 419 mm |
| Jul | 76°F / 24°C | 66°F / 19°C | 341 mm |
| Aug | 76°F / 24°C | 65°F / 19°C | 266 mm |
| Sep | 76°F / 24°C | 66°F / 19°C | 265 mm |
| Oct | 76°F / 24°C | 66°F / 19°C | 276 mm |
| Nov | 76°F / 24°C | 66°F / 19°C | 251 mm |
| Dec | 76°F / 24°C | 66°F / 19°C | 483 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, Quechua
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
- Quito Ecuador Temple — Operating (20 November 2022) · in or near Quito
- Otavalo Ecuador Temple — Site announced (14 May 2026) · about 37 mi (59 km) from Quito
- Guayaquil Ecuador Temple — Operating (1 August 1999) · about 165 mi (266 km) from Quito
- Cali Colombia Temple — Under construction (1 March 2025) · about 288 mi (464 km) from Quito
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 2024
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 Quito West Mission?
The mission leaders are Fernando P. and Janett Del Carpio, who began serving around July 2024, as announced by the Church Newsroom. Mission leaders usually serve about three years, so new leaders are expected around July 2027.
How do I send a package to a missionary in the Ecuador Quito 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 Quito West Mission?
Most missionaries here serve in Spanish and Quechua. Your call letter states the language you will teach in.
What is the weather like in the Ecuador Quito West Mission?
Near Quito, the warmest month is usually April (average high about 77°F / 25°C) and the coolest is August (average low about 65°F / 19°C), with roughly 5,771 mm of rain a year. Use the packing list from your call packet as the final word.
What temples are near the Ecuador Quito West Mission?
Operating temples nearby include Quito Ecuador Temple and Guayaquil Ecuador Temple (about 266 km).
When was the Ecuador Quito West Mission organized?
The mission was organized on 1 July 2024.
Other missions in Ecuador
Other missions nearby
Next steps
Official: Missionary Portal · Missionary resources