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Best Time to Visit Caracas

The best months to visit Caracas are Jan, Feb, Dec. Here is the full monthly breakdown.

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Best Months: Jan, Feb, Dec

These months offer the best balance of comfortable temperatures and low rainfall for visiting Caracas. Expect highs of 26°C to 26°C to 26°C with relatively dry conditions.

Warmest Month

September

29°C high

Coldest Month

January

16°C low

Driest Month

January

19 rain days

Wettest Month

August

29 rain days

Monthly Weather

January

High: 26°C / Low: 16°C

19 rain days

26°
16°Jan

February

High: 26°C / Low: 16°C

20 rain days

26°
16°Feb

March

High: 28°C / Low: 17°C

23 rain days

28°
17°Mar

April

High: 27°C / Low: 18°C

25 rain days

27°
18°Apr

May

High: 28°C / Low: 20°C

25 rain days

28°
20°May

June

High: 28°C / Low: 20°C

26 rain days

28°
20°Jun

July

High: 28°C / Low: 20°C

28 rain days

28°
20°Jul

August

High: 28°C / Low: 19°C

29 rain days

28°
19°Aug

September

High: 29°C / Low: 20°C

23 rain days

29°
20°Sep

October

High: 28°C / Low: 19°C

23 rain days

28°
19°Oct

November

High: 27°C / Low: 19°C

24 rain days

27°
19°Nov

December

High: 26°C / Low: 17°C

24 rain days

26°
17°Dec
Best monthsTemperatures in °C (high/low)

Tourist Seasons in Caracas

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Peak Season

January, February, December

  • +Best weather conditions
  • +Most activities and events
  • -Higher prices and larger crowds
  • -Book accommodation well in advance
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Shoulder Season

March, November

  • +Good weather, fewer tourists
  • +Better value for accommodation
  • +More authentic local experiences
  • ~Some attractions may have reduced hours
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Off Season

April, May, June, July, August, September, October

  • +Lowest prices of the year
  • +No crowds at attractions
  • -Weather may be less favourable
  • -Some seasonal businesses may close

Month-by-Month Breakdown

MonthHighLowRain DaysSeason
January
26°C16°C
19
Peak Season
February
26°C16°C
20
Peak Season
March
28°C17°C
23
Shoulder Season
April
27°C18°C
25
Off Season
May
28°C20°C
25
Off Season
June
28°C20°C
26
Off Season
July
28°C20°C
28
Off Season
August
28°C19°C
29
Off Season
September
29°C20°C
23
Off Season
October
28°C19°C
23
Off Season
November
27°C19°C
24
Shoulder Season
December
26°C17°C
24
Peak Season

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month to visit Caracas?
The best months to visit Caracas are Jan, Feb, Dec. These months offer the most comfortable temperatures with relatively low rainfall.
What is the weather like in Caracas?
Caracas has temperatures ranging from 16°C to 29°C throughout the year. Summer (June to August) is the warmest period.
When is peak tourist season in Caracas?
Peak tourist season in Caracas is typically around Jan and Feb and Dec. For lower prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during shoulder season months.
Is Caracas worth visiting in winter?
Winter in Caracas (December to February) sees lows of around 6°C. Winters are mild, making it a reasonable time to visit with fewer tourists.

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Caracas Cultural Experience: History & Traditions

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