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Cotacachi, Ecuador
Imbabura · Ecuador
Cotacachi is a small city in Imbabura, Ecuador with a population of 8,238. Elevation: 7,825 ft (2,385 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cotacachi
Cotacachi is a town that is the seat of Cotacachi Canton, Imbabura Province, Ecuador, in South America. Cotacachi is located at an altitude of 2,418 metres (7,933 ft) and had a population of 8,848 in 2010.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,238 |
| Population Density | 3,814 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 7,825 ft (2,385 m) |
| Coordinates | 0.2995°, -78.2657° |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
| Country | 🇪🇨 Ecuador |
| State / Province | Imbabura |
| Average Temperature | 55°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.0 inches (889 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cotacachi
Cotacachi is a small city in Ecuador (Imbabura) with a population of 8,238. The city sits at an elevation of 7,825 feet (2,385 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 55°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.0 inches. The timezone is America/Guayaquil.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above Ecuador avg | |
| January Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 55°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 7,825 ft (2,385 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,814/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 0.2995°N, 78.2657°W |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1906 | OFF COAST | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 143 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
15 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Imbabura (10 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Imbabura | Compound | 4,609 m (15,121 ft) | -5550 | 10 km |
| Cuicocha | Caldera | 3,246 m (10,650 ft) | 650 | 11 km |
| Mojanda | Stratovolcano(es) | 4,263 m (13,986 ft) | Unknown | 19 km |
| Chachimbiro | Stratovolcano | 4,106 m (13,471 ft) | -3740 | 19 km |
| Pululahua | Caldera | 3,356 m (11,010 ft) | 290 | 36 km |
| Cayambe | Compound | 5,790 m (18,996 ft) | 1786 | 43 km |
| Guagua Pichincha | Stratovolcano | 4,784 m (15,696 ft) | 2002 | 64 km |
| Chiles-Cerro Negro | Stratovolcano | 4,698 m (15,413 ft) | 1936 | 68 km |
| Chacana | Caldera | 4,643 m (15,233 ft) | 1773 | 75 km |
| Reventador | Stratovolcano | 3,562 m (11,686 ft) | 2020 | 80 km |
| Atacazo | Stratovolcano | 4,463 m (14,642 ft) | -320 | 82 km |
| Cumbal | Stratovolcano | 4,764 m (15,630 ft) | 1926 | 85 km |
| Antisana | Stratovolcano | 5,753 m (18,875 ft) | 1802 | 88 km |
| Aliso | Stratovolcano | 4,267 m (13,999 ft) | -2450 | 97 km |
| Cotopaxi | Stratovolcano | 5,911 m (19,393 ft) | 2016 | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 55°F (13°C) | 1.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 55°F (13°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in |
Cotacachi has a seasonal temperature swing of 1°F / from 55°F in July to 56°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with April being the wettest month (4.7") and August the driest (1.0").
Schools in Cotacachi
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| comunidad | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela 6 de julio | - | - | - | - |
| INFA | - | - | - | - |
| EEB Manuela Cañizares | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Las Lomas | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cotacachi
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Coquetisima Online | latina, música en español | MP3 |
Museums in Cotacachi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Antigua Fábrica Textil Imbabura | ||||
| Casa Museo | ||||
| Museo Arqueológico y Etnográfico Atahualpa | ||||
| Museo de Cotacachi | ||||
| Museo de las Culturas | ||||
| Museo de Perucho | ||||
| Museo del Antiguo Cuartel | ||||
| Museo del Banco Central del Ecuador | ||||
| Museo del Pueblo Kichwa Otavalo | ||||
| Museo Ecologica Cotachi Cayapas | ||||
| Museo y cueva Inca | ||||
| Parque Arqueológico Cochasqui | ||||
| Samay Huasi Museum |
Libraries in Cotacachi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Fundación Galo Plaza Lasso | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cotacachi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Animal market | |||||
| Distribuidora Vásquez | |||||
| Distribuidora Vásquez | |||||
| EMPRESA PUBLICADE SERVICIOS MNICIPALES ANTONIO ANTE (PLANTA DE FAENAMIENTO) | |||||
| EMPRESA PUBLICADE SERVICIOS MNICIPALES ANTONIO ANTE (PLANTA DE FAENAMIENTO) | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercadito "La Primavera" | |||||
| Mercado Amazonas | |||||
| Mercado de animales Otavalo | |||||
| Mercado Imbaya | |||||
| Mercado Jatum Cem | |||||
| Mercado La Playa | |||||
| Mercado Mayorista | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| mercado municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal 24 de Mayo | |||||
| Mercado Municipal San Jose de Minas | |||||
| Mercado Santo Domingo | |||||
| Mercado Santo Domingo | |||||
| Plataforma Plaza Dominical | |||||
| Plaza de Ponchos |
Hotels in Cotacachi
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cotacachi
29 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cotacachi
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cotacachi
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cotacachi
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cotacachi
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cotacachi
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cotacachi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cotacachi
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mariscal Sucre International Airport | UIO | Large Airport |
| Lieutenant Colonel Luis A. Mantilla International Airport | TUA | Medium Airport |
| San Luis Airport | IPI | Medium Airport |
| Andes Aeroclub Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tambillo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Cotacachi
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| BEAU MEDICAL CENTER | ||
| CEMOPLAF | ||
| Centro de Salud | ||
| Milenium "Centro de Diagnóstico Médico" | ||
| NovaClínica Moderna | ||
| NovaClínica Moderna | ||
| SOLCA Núcleo de Ibarra | ||
| Unimedics Ibarra |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cotacachi
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica La Dolorosa - Cotacachi | |
| Iglesia Católica Matriz Santa Ana de Cotacachi | |
| Iglesia San José | |
| Monumento al sol |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ecuador
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Cotacachi?
Cotacachi has a population of 8,238 residents and is located in Ecuador. The population density is 3,814 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cotacachi?
Cotacachi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 55°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.0 inches.