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Cotacachi Climate by Month

Cotacachi has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

With minimal seasonal shifts, Cotacachi experiences a constant climate year-round. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in September to a pleasant 19°C in August. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 9°C in August.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Cotacachi has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2276 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Cotacachi, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, April, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 280 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 19 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 61 mm over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Cotacachi, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.6 hours in August. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. March sees a soft sun for only 4.1 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Quito, Ecuador (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Quito, Ecuador (55 KM, 34 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Cotacachi in Ecuador

Cotacachi has moderate temperatures year round ranging between 19°C and 20°C. Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • What is the temperature like year round in Cotacachi?
    It has mild temperatures all year round ranging between 19°C and 20°C.
  • Which is the warmest month in Cotacachi?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Cotacachi?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Cotacachi?
    April tops the wettest month list with 280 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Cotacachi?
    August is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Cotacachi?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Cotacachi

    Thu   Nov 21
    21°C | 12°C
    NE 4 km/h
    5.6 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    20°C | 13°C
    NE 4 km/h
    24 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Nov 23
    21°C | 13°C
    NE 7 km/h
    4.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder