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Cotopaxi

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Cotopaxi

Cotopaxi, Ecuador
Best timeJun–Sep & Dec–Jan
Signature routeCotopaxi refuge & Laguna Limpiopungo
In season~23°F high
Climate
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Climate

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2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0).

ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

16–34°F
Fares from$643
Nearest airportUIO
CurrencyUSD
LanguageSpanish
TimezoneUTC-05:00

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

On the map
Map showing the location of Cotopaxi
Directions (Google Maps) →
Historical monthly weather

Low confidence for this location; local conditions may differ.

Sunny share of daylightAug · 33%
WarmestJan · 34°F
WettestApr
Best windowJun–Sep & Dec–Jan
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Bar height is the typical daytime high; color shows sunny share of daylight. The shaded months are the ideal window to go.
Weather data & source

2018–2023 averages, not a forecast. Wet days estimate days with at least 1 mm of rain or snow using a calibrated ERA5 threshold. Contains modified Copernicus Climate Change Service information. Weather data by Open-Meteo.com (AWS Open Data, CC BY 4.0). Sunny share of daylight is calibrated from daytime cloud cover. ERA5 via Open-Meteo AWS Open Data

One of the world's highest active volcanoes, a perfect snow cone on the equator.

Best time to visit

Two separate windows work best: Jun–Sep & Dec–Jan. Pick the one that matches what you came for.

The route

The classic way in is the Cotopaxi refuge & Laguna Limpiopungo. Nearest airport is UIO.

Route details →

Pairs well with

Papallacta
30 mi away
Church of San Francisco
32 mi away
Cathedral of Quito
32 mi away
El Panecillo
32 mi away

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Cotopaxi?

The best time to visit Cotopaxi is June–September & December–January, in Cotopaxi, Ecuador.

Where is Cotopaxi?

Cotopaxi is in Cotopaxi, Ecuador. The nearest major airport is UIO.

What is Cotopaxi known for?

One of the world's highest active volcanoes, a perfect snow cone on the equator.

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