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Outdoor activities Potential

68/100

Suboptimal

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

August, September, June

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February, March, April, May, November

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Weather

10°C – 11°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Cotopaxi National Park for hiking is August, September, June, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Cotopaxi National Park

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°76
February
56Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°115
March
45Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°129
April
45Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°153
May
45Poor
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°139
June
61Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°64
July
61Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
10°56
August
68Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°30
September
67Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°46
October
60Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°86
November
54Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°122
December
58Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.
Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.
11°81

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Cotopaxi National Park

When is the best time to visit Cotopaxi National Park for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Cotopaxi National Park for outdoor activities is typically in August, September, June, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Cotopaxi National Park?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Cotopaxi National Park, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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