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Otavalo Climate by Month

Otavalo has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The temperature in Otavalo remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently pleasant climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C in September. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C. At night, expect cooler temperatures, averaging 8°C during this month.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Otavalo has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2030 mm of rainfall annually. Otavalo can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 266 mm of precipitation over 19 rainy days. In contrast August, experiences much drier conditions, with 48 mm of rainfall, spread across 9 rainy days.

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

Sunshine over the year

Otavalo can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of August under a blue sky, with approximately 8.6 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in March, with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Quito, Ecuador (48 KM, 30 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Quito, Ecuador (48 KM, 30 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Otavalo in Ecuador

Otavalo has moderate temperatures year round ranging between 18°C and 19°C. Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • What is the temperature like year round in Otavalo?
    It has mild temperatures all year round ranging between 18°C and 19°C.
  • Which is the warmest month in Otavalo?
    September has an average maximum temperature of 20°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Otavalo?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 19°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Otavalo?
    April tops the wettest month list with 266 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Otavalo?
    August is the driest month with 48 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Otavalo?
    August is the sunniest month with an average of 257 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Otavalo

    Thu   Nov 21
    17°C | 9°C
    N 7 km/h
    8 mm
    overcast and thunder

    overcast and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    18°C | 9°C
    W 7 km/h
    23 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Sat   Nov 23
    18°C | 8°C
    NE 7 km/h
    5.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder