Weather in August
In
August,
Venezuela remains firmly in the wet season, characterized by high rainfall, warm temperatures, and high levels of humidity. The country's tropical climate ensures lush green landscapes and thriving biodiversity during this time.
The average national temperature in August continues to range between 24°C (75.2°F) and 28°C (82.4°F). The coastal city of Maracaibo and the plains of Los Llanos generally experience warmer temperatures, reaching averages of 30°C (86°F).
In contrast, the Andes Mountains, due to their altitude, continue to record cooler temperatures, generally averaging between 21°C (69.8°F) and 23°C (73.4°F). Caracas, located in the northern part of the country, enjoys similar mild temperatures, with averages around 23°C (73.4°F).
August typically sees a continuation of the high levels of rainfall characteristic of the wet season. While there may be a slight decrease from the peak rainfall in
June, the country still receives between 80mm (3.15") and 200mm (7.87") of precipitation. The exact amount varies by region, with coastal and Andean areas generally experiencing more rainfall than the plains.
Despite the consistent rainfall, there are periods of sunshine in August, particularly during the morning hours. This allows for outdoor activities to be conducted before the more common afternoon showers.
- Caracas - August »
In Caracas, Venezuela, snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. In August, the rain falls for 30 days. - Maracaibo - August »
On the first day of August in Maracaibo sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 19:10. In Maracaibo, in August, the average water temperature is 30.8°C (87.4°F). - Valencia - August »
In Valencia in August, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. In August, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F). - Barquisimeto - August »
In Barquisimeto in August, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation. In August, in Barquisimeto the rain falls for 15.5 days. - Maracay - August »
The month with the most rainfall in Maracay is August, when the rain falls for 29.1 days and typically aggregates up to 182mm (7.17") of precipitation. On the first day of August in Maracay, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:53. - Barinas - August »
August's onset in Barinas sees an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.4°C (84.9°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. In Barinas in August, it is raining for 23.9 days, with typically 139mm (5.47") of accumulated precipitation. - Maturin - August »
The month with the most rainfall in Maturin is August, when the rain falls for 29.1 days and typically aggregates up to 152mm (5.98") of precipitation. Transitioning from July to August, Maturin observes an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31.3°C (88.3°F), differing subtly from the previous month. - San Cristobal - August »
In San Cristobal in August, it is raining for 27.2 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. In San Cristobal, in August, it is raining for 27.2 days, with typically 101mm (3.98") of accumulated precipitation. - Merida - August »
August is the least humid month in Merida with an average relative humidity of 77%. The temperatures in Merida reach their highest averages in August, with highs of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and lows of 12°C (53.6°F). - Puerto Cabello - August »
In Puerto Cabello, during August, the rain falls for 14.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. In Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.