The best times to visit Venezuela for ideal weather are
November 5th to May 13th
based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.
Venezuela Travel Guide
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Weather in Venezuela
Temperature
Average temperatures in Venezuela vary barely at all. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a low chance of precipitation most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 22nd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Venezuela, the hottest months are September, May, and then April. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 91°F (32.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.7°F (23.7°C) at night.
Venezuela Temperatures (Fahrenheit)
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Venezuela Temperatures (Celsius)
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“Feels-Like” Temperatures
The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.
Venezuela Perceived Temperature (F)
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Venezuela Perceived Temperature (C)
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Average Venezuela Temperatures by Month
Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.
Show Fahrenheit
Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Mean (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) |
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Jan | 88.9 | 80.8 | 72.2 |
Feb | 90.1 | 81.5 | 72.7 |
Mar | 90.5 | 82 | 74.1 |
Apr | 90.7 | 82.3 | 74.8 |
May | 90.3 | 82.4 | 75.4 |
Jun | 89.4 | 82 | 75.3 |
Jul | 89.1 | 81.5 | 74.4 |
Aug | 89.6 | 81.7 | 74.5 |
Sep | 90.6 | 82.6 | 74.6 |
Oct | 90 | 82.1 | 74.2 |
Nov | 89.1 | 81.4 | 74.2 |
Dec | 88.1 | 80.5 | 73 |
Show Celsius
Month | Avg. High (°C) | Avg. Mean (°C) | Avg. Low (°C) |
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Jan | 31.6 | 27.1 | 22.3 |
Feb | 32.3 | 27.5 | 22.6 |
Mar | 32.5 | 27.8 | 23.4 |
Apr | 32.6 | 27.9 | 23.8 |
May | 32.4 | 28 | 24.1 |
Jun | 31.9 | 27.8 | 24.1 |
Jul | 31.7 | 27.5 | 23.6 |
Aug | 32 | 27.6 | 23.6 |
Sep | 32.6 | 28.1 | 23.7 |
Oct | 32.2 | 27.8 | 23.4 |
Nov | 31.7 | 27.4 | 23.4 |
Dec | 31.2 | 26.9 | 22.8 |
Precipitation (Rain or Snow)
If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Venezuela are January, February, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid August with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of August 6th.
When can you find snow in Venezuela? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.
Chance of Precipitation
The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Venezuela.
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Snow on the Ground
The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Venezuela (in).
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Average Rain and Snow by Month
Show Inches
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (in) | Total Precipitation (in) |
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Jan | 4% | 0 | 0.6 |
Feb | 4% | 0 | 0.7 |
Mar | 5% | 0 | 1.2 |
Apr | 9% | 0 | 2.2 |
May | 13% | 0 | 2.9 |
Jun | 16% | 0 | 3.1 |
Jul | 17% | 0 | 3 |
Aug | 21% | 0 | 4.2 |
Sep | 13% | 0 | 2.5 |
Oct | 14% | 0 | 3.2 |
Nov | 11% | 0 | 2.1 |
Dec | 7% | 0 | 1.4 |
Show Centimeters
Month | Daily Chance of Rain | Average Snow Depth (cm) | Total Precipitation (cm) |
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Jan | 4 | 0 | 1.5 |
Feb | 4 | 0 | 1.8 |
Mar | 5 | 0 | 3 |
Apr | 9 | 0 | 5.6 |
May | 13 | 0 | 7.4 |
Jun | 16 | 0 | 7.9 |
Jul | 17 | 0 | 7.6 |
Aug | 21 | 0 | 10.7 |
Sep | 13 | 0 | 6.4 |
Oct | 14 | 0 | 8.1 |
Nov | 11 | 0 | 5.3 |
Dec | 7 | 0 | 3.6 |
Humidity and Wind
Venezuela has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is February (59.4% relative humidity), and the most humid month is November (67.8%).
Wind in Venezuela is usually calm. The windiest month is March, followed by February and June. March’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late February and early March where average top sustained speeds reach 11.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.
Relative Humidity (%)
The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Venezuela.
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Wind
The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.
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Average Wind Speeds
Show Wind Speeds
All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.
Month | Avg. Wind | Avg. Wind Feel | Sustained High Wind | High Wind Feel |
Jan | 5.7 | Light breeze | 10.3 | Gentle breeze |
Feb | 6.4 | Light breeze | 11.1 | Significant breeze |
Mar | 6.6 | Light breeze | 11.1 | Gentle breeze |
Apr | 5.8 | Light breeze | 10.5 | Gentle breeze |
May | 5.5 | Light breeze | 10.2 | Gentle breeze |
Jun | 5.9 | Light breeze | 10.5 | Gentle breeze |
Jul | 5.3 | Light breeze | 10 | Gentle breeze |
Aug | 4.8 | Light breeze | 9.6 | Gentle breeze |
Sep | 4.5 | Light breeze | 9.3 | Gentle breeze |
Oct | 4.4 | Light breeze | 9.1 | Gentle breeze |
Nov | 4.8 | Light breeze | 9.2 | Gentle breeze |
Dec | 5.1 | Light breeze | 9.7 | Gentle breeze |
Show Relative Humidity by Month
Month | Avg. Relative Humidity |
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Jan | 60% |
Feb | 59.4% |
Mar | 60.4% |
Apr | 63.4% |
May | 65.7% |
Jun | 65.7% |
Jul | 67.3% |
Aug | 67.5% |
Sep | 65% |
Oct | 66.7% |
Nov | 67.8% |
Dec | 64.7% |
Is it Safe to Travel to Venezuela?
Our best data indicates this area is generally not safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are very strong travel warnings for Venezuela; avoid all travel. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 30, 2023.
The Busiest and Least Crowded Months
The busiest month for tourism in Venezuela is May, followed by February and April. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Venezuela in August. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.
Estimated Tourism by Month
Most Popular Months to Visit
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Overall Venezuela Travel Experience by Season
Spring (March through May)
Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91°F (32.8°C) and 89.3°F (31.8°C) with similar temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.
Summer (June through August)
The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the slowest season for tourism in Venezuela, so lodging and other accommodations may cost less than usual.
Fall (September through November)
Fall daily highs range from 90.9°F (32.7°C) and 88.8°F (31.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 3 to 4 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.
Winter (December through February)
Weather is perfect this time of year in Venezuela to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 90.4°F (32.4°C) and 88.1°F (31.2°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 1 to 2 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.
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