Caracas, Venezuela Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Caracas
Weather in Caracas is shaped by its tropical wet-and-dry climate - expect year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. May afternoons typically reach 82°F (28°C), while January highs hover near 79°F (26°C). Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches (1039 mm) over about 225 rainy days.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: May - highs near 82°F (28°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 79°F (26°C)
- Record high: 92°F (33°C) · Record low: 51°F (11°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: November (22 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.1 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on May. Highs average 82°F (28°C) and overnight lows stay near 68°F (20°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 79°F (26°C) and lows around 62°F (17°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 92°F (33°C) and dropped as low as 51°F (11°C).
Rain, sun and snow
November is usually the wettest month. It brings about 6.0 inches (152 mm) of rain over 22 days, while January is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.1 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79° | 62° | 12 | 1.4 in | 10.9 h/day | 80% |
| February | 80° | 63° | 11 | 1.6 in | 10.9 h/day | 77% |
| March | 81° | 64° | 17 | 2.8 in | 11.0 h/day | 79% |
| April | 82° | 66° | 18 | 3.9 in | 10.4 h/day | 78% |
| May | 82° | 68° | 16 | 3.0 in | 10.3 h/day | 77% |
| June | 81° | 68° | 20 | 3.1 in | 10.8 h/day | 78% |
| July | 81° | 67° | 24 | 3.5 in | 11.1 h/day | 79% |
| August | 82° | 67° | 25 | 4.2 in | 11.1 h/day | 79% |
| September | 83° | 68° | 20 | 3.5 in | 10.8 h/day | 78% |
| October | 81° | 67° | 22 | 5.5 in | 10.4 h/day | 82% |
| November | 79° | 66° | 22 | 6.0 in | 10.3 h/day | 86% |
| December | 78° | 64° | 17 | 2.4 in | 10.8 h/day | 84% |
Caracas month by month
Caracas weather in January
January brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 62°F (17°C), about 12 wet days - typically the coldest month and the driest month of the year in Caracas.
Caracas weather in February
February brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 63°F (17°C), about 11 wet days.
Caracas weather in March
March brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 17 wet days.
Caracas weather in April
April brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 18 wet days.
Caracas weather in May
May brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 16 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Caracas.
Caracas weather in June
June brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 20 wet days.
Caracas weather in July
July brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 24 wet days - typically the sunniest month of the year in Caracas.
Caracas weather in August
August brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 25 wet days.
Caracas weather in September
September brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 20 wet days.
Caracas weather in October
October brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (19°C), about 22 wet days.
Caracas weather in November
November brings highs around 79°F (26°C), lows near 66°F (19°C), about 22 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Caracas.
Caracas weather in December
December brings highs around 78°F (26°C), lows near 64°F (18°C), about 17 wet days.
Seasons in Caracas
March through May
March through May in Caracas runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 82°F (28°C) and nights around 66°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 52 days across the season.
June through August
June through August in Caracas brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 67°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 69 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Caracas brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 81°F (27°C) and nights around 67°F (19°C); expect showers on roughly 64 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Caracas is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 79°F (26°C) and nights around 63°F (17°C); expect showers on roughly 40 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Caracas
The best time to visit Caracas is generally January to June, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 81°F (27°C).
Pack for Caracas with a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - May nights average 68°F (20°C).
Caracas temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.