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Cotopaxi National Park weather in March (Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador)

What weather conditions can you expect in Cotopaxi National Park this March? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In March, Cotopaxi National Park typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 15°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 6°C.

Precipitation

Cotopaxi National Park in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 239 mm for the month. The month is marked by heavy rainfall, often coming down in intense bursts. Make sure to have a poncho to stay dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 18 days of rain are anticipated.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Cotopaxi National Park. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February, March, April, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cotopaxi National Park climate page with graphs.

 

Cotopaxi National Park, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 239 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  

Where to go in Ecuador in March

Find out more about the weather in Ecuador and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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