Otavalo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Sitting at 2,500 meters (8201 ft) in the Andes, Otavalo has that perfect mountain climate where days stay mild year-round but you'll need a jacket once the sun goes down. Rain falls pretty regularly throughout the year, but really picks up from October through November and again in March through May. All that moisture keeps the landscape incredibly green and the soil fertile. The whole rhythm of life, from farming cycles to what appears at the market, follows these natural patterns the mountains have created. Now, let's break down all the climate details to give you a complete picture.
Monthly Temperature in Otavalo
The temperature in Otavalo remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently pleasant climate. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in September. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a pleasant 19°C (66°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 9°C (48°F) in September to 8°C (46°F) in August.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Otavalo
Otavalo has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2030 mm (80 in) of rainfall annually. Otavalo can be quite wet during April, receiving approximately 266 mm (10 in) of precipitation over 19 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 48 mm (1.9 in) of precipitation spread across 9 rainy days days. For more details, please visit our Otavalo Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Otavalo
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.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Otavalo by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Otavalo.
The city experiences its highest humidity in April, reaching 84%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 69%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Otavalo 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Otavalo
During the months of June, July, August and September, Otavalo enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (65°F) to 20°C (67°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 48 mm (1.9 in) in August to 104 mm (4.1 in) in June. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers.
The rainy season falls during January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December, bringing heavy precipitation. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
