December · Ecuador
Best time to visit Cotopaxi in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cotopaxi in December
Average temperature 10°C, 188 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
5.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 188 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Cotopaxi scores 5.9/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 188 mm of rain, and roughly 12 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.
December in Cotopaxi: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
Expect 10°C (51°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
188 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 5.9/10 on the same scale — 6th 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.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotopaxi in December?
- In December, Cotopaxi averages 10°C, 188 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Cotopaxi?
- December earns a 5.9/10 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 December?
- Expect about 188 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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