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Cotopaxi National Park Weather in October

October in Cotopaxi National Park sees daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. With around 155 mm (6.1 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.

Rainfall in Cotopaxi National Park in October

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain, averaging 155 mm (6.1 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Cotopaxi National Park in October

Daytime highs in Cotopaxi National Park in October reach 15°C (59°F), with nights around 5°C (41°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June, July, August and September typically offer the best weather for Cotopaxi National Park.

Cotopaxi National Park Temperature in October

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
15°C (59°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
155 mm (6.1 in)
Rainy days
16 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cotopaxi National Park in October

The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in October, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.

What To Do in Cotopaxi National Park in October

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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