January weather forecast
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Weather in January

January is one of the driest months in Venezuela, marking the middle of the dry season. It offers respite from the torrential rains that are characteristic of the wet season, making it an attractive period for tourists and locals who prefer outdoor activities.

In terms of temperature, January offers relatively comfortable climates. The average temperature across the country ranges from 24°C (75.2°F) to 28°C (82.4°F), with coastal regions typically experiencing the higher end of this range due to their proximity to the equator and the ocean. The highland regions, including the Andes Mountains, see cooler temperatures, typically averaging 20°C (68°F) during January.

Caracas, the capital city located in the northern part of the country, typically sees average temperatures of 20°C (68°F) in January. Despite its tropical location, the city's altitude provides it with a slightly cooler climate compared to coastal areas. The city also enjoys lower humidity levels during this time of the year due to the drier conditions.

In terms of rainfall, January typically receives less than 10mm (0.39") of precipitation nationwide, with most regions experiencing little to no rainfall. Compared to December, January continues the trend of dry, warm weather, while it is slightly cooler and drier than the upcoming month of February.

Maracaibo, one of the major cities located in the northwest in the Maracaibo lowlands, experiences a similar dry spell with minimal rainfall. The average temperature hovers around 28°C (82.4°F), making it one of the hotter locations in the country during January.

  • Caracas - January »
    In Caracas snow does not fall in January through August, October through December. In Caracas snow does not fall in January through August, October through December.
  • Maracaibo - January »
    January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Maracaibo, Venezuela. Maracaibo's lowest temperatures tend to occur in January and December, with an average high-temperature of 32.3°C (90.1°F).
  • Valencia - January »
    Throughout the month of January, the average temperature in Valencia dips to a pleasant 20.1°C (68.2°F) at night. In January, the average heat index, which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).
  • Barquisimeto - January »
    In Barquisimeto during January, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of precipitation. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Barquisimeto.
  • Maracay - January »
    January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Maracay, Venezuela. The months with the lowest UV index in Maracay are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
  • Barinas - January »
    In Barinas in January, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation. The months with the most sunshine in Barinas are January and February, with an average of 9.6h of sunshine.
  • Maturin - January »
    In Maturin, Venezuela, in January, during 20.9 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Maturin, Venezuela.
  • San Cristobal - January »
    January, February and December, with an average of 9.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine in San Cristobal, Venezuela. January and February, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in San Cristobal, Venezuela.
  • Merida - January »
    January through March, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Merida, Venezuela. The months with the lowest UV index in Merida are January through March, June, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
  • Puerto Cabello - January »
    January proves to be the coldest month in Puerto Cabello recording an average maximum temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a minimum temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F). January stands out as Puerto Cabello's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 26.4°C (79.5°F) and a low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F).

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