Cotopaxi Travel Guide
Cotopaxi travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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Summary
Cotopaxi is a mountain in Ecuador. Cotopaxi is a mountain known as a near-perfect volcanic cone. It sits at 19.347 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 19°F (-8°C) in Cotopaxi with overcast. It feels like 12°F. Today runs from 14°F to 24°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.4/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Cotopaxi is April, August and September. The climate is polar. January, February and March tend to be the least comfortable months. November is the warmest month with average highs near 25°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 10°F.
Nearby highlights include Chimborazo.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 24°F is in line with the 24°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near 14°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Cotopaxi
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Coordinates: 0°41′2.8″S 78°26′16.1″W (-0.6841, -78.4378)
Weather in Cotopaxi right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:10 PM, Oct 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 25° / 15°
Light showers · 100% rain · wind 3 mph
🌦️ 25° / 16°
Drizzle · 100% rain · wind 5 mph
Quick facts about Cotopaxi
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Country | Ecuador |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 0°41′2.8″S 78°26′16.1″W (-0.6841, -78.4378) |
| Elevation | 19.347 ft |
| Known for | a near-perfect volcanic cone |
| Local time | 7:10 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | April, August and September |
| Climate | Polar |
Things to do in Cotopaxi
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Cotopaxi.
Best time to visit Cotopaxi
Go in April, August and September. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and March - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots with grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and March - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cotopaxi?
Cotopaxi is a mountain in Ecuador. Its coordinates are -0.6841, -78.4378. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Cotopaxi right now?
It is currently 19°F (-8°C) with overcast. Humidity is 90% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cotopaxi?
April, August and September offer the most comfortable conditions in Cotopaxi, which has a polar climate. January, February and March are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cotopaxi in?
Cotopaxi observes America/Guayaquil (UTC-05:00). The local time is 7:10 PM.
What are the top things to do in Cotopaxi?
Popular options include Chimborazo.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 7:10 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
