Cotopaxi Province Weather in March

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

Planning a getaway to Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador this March and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Cotopaxi Province in March

Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador is a region in Ecuador. March 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.

To explore the conditions in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

March is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 237 mm (9.3 in) in Latacunga. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Latacunga.

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Best Places to Visit in Cotopaxi Province in March

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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).

Popular Destinations in Cotopaxi Province

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

Temperature range in Cotopaxi Province (March)

Precipitation variation in Cotopaxi Province (March)

Latacunga

In March 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 poor that month.

February
March
April
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
200 mm (7.9 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Cotopaxi National Park

In March 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 poor that month.

February
March
April
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
201 mm (7.9 in)
239 mm (9.4 in)
216 mm (8.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in March

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Latacunga 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Cotopaxi National Park 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)

Cotopaxi Province weather in March: frequently asked questions

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

Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador typically experiences poor weather in March, part of the season. Daytime highs in Latacunga average around 15°C (59°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

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

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

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

Rainfall in Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador peaks during March. Latacunga averages roughly 237 mm (9.3 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

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

In our opinion, March may not be the ideal time to visit Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador due to the typically poor weather in Latacunga.

On average, the best time to visit Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador is in June, July, August and September with generally tolerable weather in Latacunga. The weather in February, March, April, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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