Cotopaxi National Park Weather in December

Cotopaxi National Park in December sees moderate temperatures, with highs around 15°C (59°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 192 mm (7.6 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.

Rainfall in Cotopaxi National Park in December

As part of the rainy season, Cotopaxi National Park sees around 15 days of rain in December, with an average of 192 mm (7.6 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Cotopaxi National Park in December

In December, expect moderate temperatures in Cotopaxi National Park, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cotopaxi National Park. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.