December · Ecuador
Best time to visit Cotopaxi in DecemberWeather, crowds & prices
December score
5.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 188 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Sunny days
- 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 sunny days 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.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cotopaxi in December?
- In December, Cotopaxi averages 10°C, 188 mm of rain, and about 12 sunny days. 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 sunny days.
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