Forecast by:  | 11 Sep Fri | 12 Sep Sat | 13 Sep Sun | 14 Sep Mon | 15 Sep Tue | 16 Sep Wed | 17 Sep Thu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | 32° 24° | 32° 24° | 33° 25° | 33° 24° | 32° 24° | 32° 25° | 31° 23° |
| Precipitation | 34% | 38% | 42% | 15% | 26% | 45% | 35% |
| Humidity | 76% | 77% | 78% | 76% | 76% | 78% | 79% |
| Wind | 15 km/h | 17 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 8 km/h |
Best time to visit Caracas
The best time to visit Caracas is from December to April, when conditions are relatively dry and generally suit sightseeing and day trips. May to November is wetter and more humid, with hurricane risk noted in several months; August to October are among the wettest months, with intense rain and additional disruption risks.
JanuaryTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)53Sun Hours7Dry Days18
January is relatively dry, around 21-26°C, with occasional fog and cool nights. It suits city sightseeing and day trips.
FebruaryTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)41Sun Hours7Dry Days17
February is dry, around 21-27°C, with settled conditions for exploring Caracas and taking day trips.
MarchTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)70Sun Hours7Dry Days16
March is dry, around 21-27°C, with occasional showers and suitable conditions for urban sightseeing.
AprilTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)117Sun Hours7Dry Days11
April is warm and generally dry, around 22-28°C. Occasional showers may interrupt outdoor plans.
MayTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)179Sun Hours7Dry Days10
May is humid and rainy, around 22-28°C. Hurricane-season storm risk can bring disruptive rain.
JuneTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)143Sun Hours7Dry Days10
June is humid and rainy, around 21-27°C, with hurricane risk that month. Angel Falls is especially powerful during the wet season.
JulyTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)183Sun Hours7Dry Days9
July is humid and rainy, around 21-27°C, with hurricane risk that month. Angel Falls is especially powerful during the wet season.
AugustTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)222Sun Hours8Dry Days9
August is among Caracas's wettest months, around 21-27°C, with intense rain, flooding, landslides and high dengue risk. It is peak hurricane season, and storms can cancel flights.
SeptemberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)209Sun Hours8Dry Days8
September is among Caracas's wettest months, around 21-27°C, with intense rain, flooding, landslides and high dengue risk. It is peak hurricane season, and storms can cancel flights.
OctoberTemp (°C)23°Rain (mm)327Sun Hours7Dry Days9
October is among Caracas's wettest months, around 21-27°C, with intense rain, flooding, landslides and high dengue risk. It is peak hurricane season, and storms can cancel flights.
NovemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)218Sun Hours6Dry Days9
November is humid and rainy, around 21-26°C, with heavy showers and hurricane risk that month. Christmas festivities begin during the second half of the month.
DecemberTemp (°C)22°Rain (mm)85Sun Hours6Dry Days15
December is relatively dry, around 21-26°C, with Christmas festivities throughout the month. Hurricane risk remains that month, and cool nights are possible.
Sources: southamerica.travel, en.wikipedia.org, en.wikivoyage.org
Activities are coming soon.
Brief
- Try local specialties such as arepas, pabellón criollo, cachapas, and papelón con limón. Use care with unrefrigerated street food, particularly fresh dairy, mayonnaise, and meat.
- Keep flexible travel plans and allow extra time for road travel around Caracas and the coast, where earthquake damage and heavy-rain impacts may continue to affect routes and services.
Safety and health
- Venezuela is experiencing an elevated yellow fever situation. Yellow fever vaccination is generally not recommended for travel limited to Caracas, but it is recommended for many other parts of Venezuela. A certificate is required for travellers aged 1 and over arriving from Brazil, including qualifying airport transits. (
cdc.gov)
- Protect yourself from mosquito and sand-fly bites because dengue, Zika, leishmaniasis, and Chagas disease occur in Venezuela. Use repellent, wear covered clothing, and sleep in screened or air-conditioned rooms where possible. (
- Avoid swimming or wading in untreated freshwater. After heavy rain, avoid floodwater, mud, and contaminated soil, and cover cuts and other open wounds because of schistosomiasis and melioidosis risks. (
- Medical supplies may be difficult to obtain and emergency treatment can be limited. Carry comprehensive travel insurance including medical evacuation, drink bottled water, and take care with street food and perishables. (
wikivoyage.org)
- The political and security environment remains unstable, with emergency measures and security-force activity reported in Caracas. Avoid demonstrations, military facilities, government buildings, and large gatherings, and follow local instructions. (
cfr.org)
Recent News
- 23 August 2026: Heavy rain caused flooding across Caracas after the El Valle River overflowed, submerging sections of a major highway and damaging trees and power lines. Further severe rain may disrupt road travel and local services. (
aljazeera.com)
- 24 June 2026 and continuing: Twin strong earthquakes near Venezuela’s northern coast caused major damage in and around Caracas and La Guaira. Rescue and humanitarian operations have continued, and rubble, damaged infrastructure, and service disruption may affect travel. (
state.gov |
reuters.com)
- 6 August 2026: US-backed political transition talks began in Caracas between the interim government and opposition representatives. The unsettled transition may lead to demonstrations, heightened security, or short-notice movement restrictions. (
france24.com |
