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EcuadorThe climate of Cotopaxi
The current climate in Cotopaxi features temperatures ranging from a high of 20°C to a low of 17°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 19°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 5°C and in the warmer months around 8°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Cotopaxi, Ecuador.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Cotopaxi in recent years was 38°C in September 2014. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 11°C in March 2023.
Rainfall amount
On average, Cotopaxi receives 532 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Cotopaxi?
The best time to visit Cotopaxi for sunny weather is January through May and August through December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Cotopaxi. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Cotopaxi
The climate table of Cotopaxi shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 19 | 20 | 19 | 19 | 18 | 17 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 20 | 19 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 8 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 59 | 53 | 64 | 56 | 58 | 36 | 20 | 15 | 16 | 53 | 55 | 47 |
| UV Index | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Cotopaxi
Yearly Temperature in Cotopaxi
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Cotopaxi
Total Yearly Precipitation in Cotopaxi
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Cotopaxi
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Average weather in Cotopaxi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cotopaxi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.