Cotopaxi Province Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador in January.

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Latacunga Cotopaxi National Park

Considering a trip to Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cotopaxi Province in January

Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. January in Cotopaxi Province generally has mild temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Latacunga.

For a closer look at conditions across Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

January is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 171 mm (6.7 in) in Latacunga.

Explore Cotopaxi Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cotopaxi Province - and find the best time to visit. (based on Latacunga)

January15°C (59°F) February15°C (59°F) March15°C (59°F) April15°C (59°F) May15°C (59°F) June14°C (57°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September15°C (59°F) October15°C (59°F) November15°C (59°F) December15°C (59°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cotopaxi Province in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cotopaxi Province.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Cotopaxi Province

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador?

Temperature range in Cotopaxi Province (January)

Precipitation variation in Cotopaxi Province (January)

Latacunga

In January Latacunga generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
190 mm (7.5 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
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Cotopaxi National Park

In January Cotopaxi National Park generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
15 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
less favorable
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cotopaxi Province, in Ecuador.

In our records: Ecuador January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Ecuador in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in Ecuador brought 265 mm (10 in) in Tena on January 17, 2015.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cotopaxi Province in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Latacunga 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Cotopaxi National Park 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)

Cotopaxi Province weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador in January?

January in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador brings mixed weather. In Latacunga, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador in January?

Latacunga averages a daytime maximum of 15°C (59°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador, with Latacunga averaging around 171 mm (6.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador with often mixed weather in Latacunga.

On average, the best time to visit Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador is in June, July, August and September with generally good weather in Latacunga. On the other hand, the weather in February, March, April, November and December tend to be less favorable.

Interested in more climate information?

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