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Cotacachi Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights

On this page, we’ll explore Cotacachi’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Ecuador.

Monthly Temperature Averages

Year-round, Cotacachi experiences a consistently pleasant climate. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C in September, the warmest time of the year, to a pleasant 19°C during cooler months like August. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 9°C during these months.

The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Cotacachi by month:

The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.

The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:

September, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 122 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 11 days. For more information, please visit our Cotacachi Precipitation page.

Annual Temperatures in Ecuador Compared

The map below shows the annual temperature across Ecuador. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

Cotacachi Temperatures Compared World Wide

Cotacachi’s average annual maximum temperature is 19°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.

In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.

Melbourne, Australia, has a slightly cooler climate, with an average annual temperature of 20°C.

How are these Temperatures Measured?

Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.

This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.

Sea vs. Land Temperatures

The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:

  • Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
  • Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.

For more detailed information about Cotacachi’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Cotacachi climate page.


Current temperature in Cotacachi

Sun   Dec 22
23°C | 13°C
NE 2 m/s
3.6 mm
broken clouds and thunder

broken clouds and thunder

Mon   Dec 23
22°C | 13°C
NE 2 m/s
6.2 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

Tue   Dec 24
24°C | 12°C
NE 2 m/s
5.7 mm
broken clouds and rain

broken clouds and rain

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