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- Annual mean
- 14.2 °C
- Warmest month
- April
- Wettest month
- April
Park climate1991–2020 climate normals3,174 m source elevationNASA POWER
Analyzing twelve months of atmospheric patterns based on representative coordinate measurements
Cotopaxi National Park Monthly Climate Normals: Long-term Temperature, Precipitation, and Wind Data
Detailed monthly climate profiles for Cotopaxi National Park, showcasing consistent long-term averages for temperature, daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speed, and daylight hours. These records represent climatological norms from 1991 to 2020 at a specific park coordinate, offering a foundational perspective on annual atmospheric variability across the park landscape.
Annual climate pattern
Analyzing Twelve Months of Average Climate Normals and Daily Rainfall Trends
Annual Temperature and Monthly Precipitation Patterns in Cotopaxi National Park
Average monthly mean temperatures in Cotopaxi National Park remain highly consistent, ranging from 7.91 °C in July up to 10.25 °C in November, while average daily maximums stay below 18.1 °C. Average daily precipitation rates fluctuate from an April peak of 6.27 mm per day down to an August low of 1.95 mm per day, representing long term climate normals mapped at a representative elevation of 3173.59 meters.
- Annual mean
- 9.4 °C
- Warmest month
- November
- Coolest month
- July
- Wettest month
- April
Twelve-month climate
Evaluate average temperatures, daily precipitation rates, and daylight patterns across the calendar year.
Cotopaxi National Park Weather by Month: Comprehensive Twelve Month Climate Normals
Analyzing historical climatology data from a representative coordinate at 3173.59 meters elevation allows for a detailed comparison of all twelve months in Cotopaxi National Park. Comparing average minimum and maximum temperatures alongside average daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speed, and calculated average daylight hours reveals the long term seasonal patterns.
| Mean temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | Wind speed | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.2 °C4.3° to 17.2° | 4.5 mm/day | 87.5% | 3.4 m/s | 12 hours |
| February | 10.2 °C4.7° to 16.9° | 5.2 mm/day | 87.8% | 3.5 m/s | 12 hours |
| March | 10.2 °C4.7° to 16.8° | 5.7 mm/day | 88.2% | 3.5 m/s | 12 hours |
| April | 10 °C4.8° to 16.6° | 6.3 mm/day | 89% | 3.6 m/s | 12 hours |
| May | 9.5 °C4.6° to 15.8° | 5 mm/day | 89.9% | 3.9 m/s | 12 hours |
| June | 8.4 °C3.6° to 14.7° | 3.4 mm/day | 90.4% | 4.7 m/s | 12 hours |
| July | 7.9 °C2.6° to 14.4° | 2.4 mm/day | 89.7% | 5.1 m/s | 12 hours |
| August | 8 °C2.3° to 15° | 2 mm/day | 87.9% | 5 m/s | 12 hours |
| September | 8.8 °C2.8° to 16° | 2.6 mm/day | 86.6% | 4.4 m/s | 12 hours |
| October | 9.7 °C3.7° to 17.1° | 3.7 mm/day | 86.3% | 3.4 m/s | 12 hours |
| November | 10.3 °C4.4° to 18.1° | 4.4 mm/day | 86.3% | 2.8 m/s | 12 hours |
| December | 10.2 °C4.6° to 17.5° | 4.2 mm/day | 87.5% | 3.2 m/s | 12 hours |
Compare two months
See two months side by side and how much they differ. Both use the same 1991–2020 climate normals and NASA POWER data point as the table above, so they show typical conditions, not a forecast.
- Mean temperature
- July: 7.9 °C
- November: 10.3 °C
- Change from July to November: +2.3 °C
- Precipitation
- July: 2.4 mm/day
- November: 4.4 mm/day
- Change from July to November: +1.9 mm/day
- Daylight
- July: 12 hours
- November: 12 hours
- Change from July to November: +0.1 hours
Calculated climate highlights
Identifying the warmest, coolest, wettest, and windiest periods using long-term monthly averages
Calculated Monthly Climate Highlights and Contrasts for Cotopaxi National Park
Climatological records from a representative highland coordinate show how monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight fluctuate across the calendar. Analyzing these calculated monthly averages provides a reliable baseline of annual patterns rather than temporary weather records or extreme local events.
- Warmest month
- November10.3 °C
- Coolest month
- July7.9 °C
- Wettest month
- April6.3 mm/day
- Driest month
- August2 mm/day
- Most humid month
- June90.4%
- Windiest month
- July5.1 m/s
- Longest daylight
- December12 hours
Interactive climate map
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Compare Cotopaxi National Park Climate Patterns with Other Protected Landscapes
Standardized monthly climate profiles enable direct comparisons between the equatorial mountain terrain of Cotopaxi National Park and other protected landscapes worldwide. Evaluating long term monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight helps researchers trace how varying elevations and latitudes shape regional climates.
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