October · Ecuador
Best time to visit Cotopaxi in OctoberWeather, crowds & prices
October score
6.3/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 180 mm
- Humidity
- 87%
- Sunny days
- 16
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
October in Cotopaxi scores 6.3/10 for nature and wildlife travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 10°C, 180 mm of rain, and roughly 16 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 October?
- In October, Cotopaxi averages 10°C, 180 mm of rain, and about 16 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 6.3/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Cotopaxi?
- October earns a 6.3/10 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 October?
- Expect about 180 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 87% and there are about 16 sunny days.
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