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Hiking in Cotopaxi, Ecuador
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Hiking in Cotopaxi, Ecuador

South America · Ecuador · Advanced / Expert
79
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Best in: August
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Historical Conditions Overview
79
Max Epic Score · Aug
20.5°F
Avg Temperature
8.3 mph
Avg Wind Speed
0.5"
Avg Precipitation
Aug
Best Month
34
Jan
34
Feb
13
Mar
13
Apr
35
May
69
Jun
69
Jul
★ BEST
79
Aug
79
Sep
54
Oct
54
Nov
34
Dec
LEGENDARY 90+
EPIC 75–89
SOLID 60–74
DECENT 40–59
POOR 0–39

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About This Destination

About Cotopaxi for Hiking

Cotopaxi, Ecuador is a destination for hiking. It offers conditions suited to a range of experience levels.

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Pro Tips

Insider Knowledge for Cotopaxi

  1. 1
    Check local conditions before your trip.
  2. 2
    Book accommodation well in advance during peak season.
  3. 3
    Consider hiring a local guide for your first visit.
  4. 4
    Pack gear appropriate for the season.
  5. 5
    Respect local rules and environment.
Experience Level Guide

Who Should Visit?

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Beginner
NOT RECOMMENDED
Beginners will find manageable conditions with proper instruction.
Intermediate
NOT RECOMMENDED
Intermediate practitioners will enjoy the varied conditions.
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Advanced
Advanced athletes will find plenty of challenge and reward.
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Expert
Experts will appreciate the technical demands and pristine conditions.
Month-by-Month Breakdown

Best Time to Visit

Month Epic Score Avg Temp Avg Wind Precip Rating
January
34
21.7°F 7.7 mph 0.28"
February
34
23.0°F 8.5 mph 0.32"
March
13
23.2°F 6.7 mph 1.24"
April
13
22.1°F 7.1 mph 1.18"
May
35
22.2°F 7.1 mph 0.64"
June
69
21.7°F 8.7 mph 0.44"
July
69
17.3°F 8.8 mph 0.36"
August ★ Best
79
17.5°F 11.9 mph 0.03"
September
79
19.1°F 11.2 mph 0.04"
October
54
18.4°F 8.2 mph 0.33" ⚠️
November
54
21.2°F 6.7 mph 0.38" ⚠️
December
34
19.0°F 7.4 mph 0.44"
Based on 10-year historical averages. Scores calculated for intermediate level.
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