August · Ecuador
Best time to visit Cotopaxi in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cotopaxi in August
Average temperature 8°C, 112 mm of rain, about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
6.4/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 8°C
- Rainfall
- 112 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 15
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Cotopaxi scores 6.4/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 8°C, 112 mm of rain, and roughly 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cotopaxi volcano rises from Andean páramo with refuge hikes and wild-horse views above Quito. Best window: the core winter snow season, with shoulder weeks for quieter slopes.
August in Cotopaxi — middling scores, decent value
Expect 8°C (47°F) in August. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
112 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 4th of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotopaxi in August?
- In August, Cotopaxi averages 8°C, 112 mm of rain, and about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Cotopaxi?
- August earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cotopaxi in August?
- Expect about 112 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 15 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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