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Cotacachi Weather in August
Cotacachi in August sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 20°C (68°F) and overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). It's the driest month of the year, with very little rainfall to worry about.
Rainfall in Cotacachi in August
Clear skies and little rain are the norm this month. A great time to spend time outdoors. Typically around 8 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.
Temperature in Cotacachi in August
Cotacachi has excellent weather in August, with days reaching 20°C (68°F) and nights cooling to 9°C (48°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Cotacachi in August
The month enjoys around 257 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. August typically offers the best weather for Cotacachi.
Cotacachi Temperature in August
Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
20°C (68°F)
Chance of Rain
28%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
8 days
Humidity
69% *
Sunshine
257 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Quito, Ecuador (55 KM, 34 Miles).
Cotacachi Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cotacachi typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 20°C (68°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in August
Historical weather records for Cotacachi in August
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cotacachi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cotacachi historical weather extremes in August
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Cotacachi from 2005 through 2026.
- Cotacachi recorded its highest August temperature of 28°C (82°F) on August 30, 2024.
- The coldest August day was on August 10, 2008, with a maximum of 16°C (61°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in August was 3°C (37°F) (August 23, 2022).
Best Places in Ecuador in August
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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 Cotacachi in August
Pleasant temperatures in August mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
What To Do in Cotacachi in August
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Cotacachi 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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