Climate of Cotopaxi, Ecuador
Area-weighted average across Cotopaxi. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Cotopaxi, a subdivision of Ecuador, has a mild oceanic climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 12.2°C / 54°F in July to 13.2°C / 55.8°F in April, with rainfall from 31 mm / 1.2 in to 208 mm / 8.2 in depending on the season (1304 mm / 51.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.9°C55.2°F | 163 mm6.4″ | — |
| February | 12.9°C55.2°F | 190 mm7.5″ | — |
| March | 13.1°C55.6°F | 208 mm8.2″ | — |
| April | 13.2°C55.8°F | 199 mm7.8″ | — |
| May | 13°C55.4°F | 113 mm4.4″ | — |
| June | 12.5°C54.5°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| July | 12.2°C54°F | 31 mm1.2″ | — |
| August | 12.2°C54°F | 32 mm1.3″ | — |
| September | 12.5°C54.5°F | 54 mm2.1″ | — |
| October | 12.7°C54.9°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| November | 12.8°C55°F | 70 mm2.8″ | — |
| December | 12.9°C55.2°F | 104 mm4.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cotopaxi?
Cotopaxi, Ecuador does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is April at 13.2°C / 55.8°F, and the driest is July at 31 mm / 1.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Cotopaxi?
Cotopaxi, Ecuador has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 12.2°C / 54°F in July to 13.2°C / 55.8°F in April. Annual rainfall averages about 1304 mm / 51.3 in, with the wettest month being March (208 mm / 8.2 in) and the driest July (31 mm / 1.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Cotopaxi?
The hottest month in Cotopaxi is April, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.2°C / 55.8°F.
What is the coldest month in Cotopaxi?
The coldest month in Cotopaxi is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 12.2°C / 54°F.
When does it rain most in Cotopaxi?
The wettest month in Cotopaxi is March, averaging about 208 mm / 8.2 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 31 mm / 1.2 in.