Weather radar Maracaibo
Real-time precipitation radar · Zulia · Venezuela
Maracaibo climate table – average temperature, precipitation & sunshine hours
The climate table for Maracaibo shows long-term monthly averages (2000–2023): average high and average low temperature in °C, monthly precipitation (mm), rainy days and sunshine hours per month. Data source: ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF) via the WDTEC Climate Archive.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg high (°C) | 32.4° | 32.8° | 33.1° | 32.9° | 33° | 33.1° | 33.7° | 33.5° | 33.3° | 32.7° | 31.9° | 32.1° |
| Avg low (°C) | 25° | 25.1° | 25.6° | 26.3° | 26.5° | 26.4° | 27° | 26.8° | 26.3° | 25.8° | 25.8° | 25.6° |
| Precipitation (mm) | 11 | 12 | 13 | 81 | 138 | 152 | 87 | 161 | 151 | 188 | 158 | 14 |
| Rainy days | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 19 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 24 | 27 | 20 | 4 |
| Sunshine hours | 327 | 307 | 345 | 307 | 296 | 298 | 333 | 320 | 295 | 295 | 288 | 328 |
| Humidity | 70% | 68% | 68% | 73% | 78% | 78% | 75% | 78% | 81% | 82% | 81% | 74% |
Best time to visit Maracaibo
The best time to visit Maracaibo is typically January. In this month the average high is 32.4°C, precipitation is 11 mm and sunshine duration is 327 hours. The annual average high is 32.9°C, total annual precipitation is 1166 mm (170 rainy days/year) and annual sunshine is 3739 hours.
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Maracaibo
How up to date is the weather radar for Maracaibo?
The weather radar for Maracaibo is updated every 5 minutes with new radar data from the OPERA composite radar. A 2-hour forecast animation is also available. Rainfall probability, wind gusts and UV index are available up to 14 days in advance.
What weather data is available for Maracaibo?
Besides the rain radar, RadarWeather provides for Maracaibo: rainfall probability, thunderstorm warning (CAPE index), wind gusts, UV index, air pressure, humidity, dew point, sunshine hours, snow line and a 14-day forecast based on ICON-D2, ECMWF IFS and GFS.
When are thunderstorms expected in Maracaibo?
The thunderstorm potential for Maracaibo is calculated from the CAPE index and lightning potential. Active storm cells and severe weather warnings are visible on the radar map in real time. Thunderstorm warnings are issued automatically as soon as storm cells are detected near Maracaibo.
What is the climate like in Maracaibo?
Maracaibo has an annual average high of 32.9°C. The warmest month is July (avg high 33.7°C), the coldest January (avg low 25°C). The wettest month is October with 188 mm, the driest January with 11 mm. Total annual precipitation is 1166 mm (170 rainy days). Annual sunshine is 3739 hours.
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