Go to Merida in Venezuela
Mérida is a laidback backpacker city and is full of students. The university city is the cultural center of the Andes and with a special location at 1700 meters a must for every traveler.
Mérida Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Mérida.
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Climate overview of Mérida
Mérida, Venezuela, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 21°C (70°F), peaking in May at 21°C (70°F) and dipping in January to 20°C (68°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 2753 mm (108 in) annually. April is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 8.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Mérida Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Mérida - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Mérida
With minimal seasonal shifts, Mérida experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in May to a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in the coolest month, January.
Nights vary from 13°C (55°F) in May to around 11°C (52°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Mérida
Mérida has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2753 mm (108 in) of rainfall per year. Mérida offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between the wettest month April (356 mm (14 in)) and the driest month January (169 mm (6.7 in)) is not too significant. For more details, please visit our Mérida Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Mérida
Mérida offers a pleasant mix of sunny and slightly overcast days. The difference in sunshine hours between January (8.5 hours daily) and April (5.9 hours daily) provides a bit of variety for visitors and residents.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Mérida by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Mérida.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 76%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Mérida
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Best Time to Visit Mérida
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Mérida is usually found in January and July. Conditions are generally least comfortable in March, April, May and November.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
very good
Feb
mixed
Mar
very wet
Apr
very wet
May
very wet
Jun
good
Jul
very good
Aug
good
Sep
good
Oct
mixed
Nov
very wet
Dec
mixed
- Best overall: January and July
- Warmest weather: all year round
- Most sunshine: January
- Fewest rainy days: January and February
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Mérida
What is the best time to visit Mérida?
January and July typically offer the most optimal weather in Mérida. In contrast, March, April, May and November tend to have less optimal conditions.
What temperatures can I expect in Mérida?
Daytime highs range from 20°C (68°F) in January to 21°C (70°F) in May. Nighttime lows range from 11°C (52°F) to 13°C (55°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Mérida get?
Annual rainfall is around 2753 mm (108 in). April is the wettest month with 356 mm (14 in), while January is the driest with 169 mm (6.7 in).
How sunny is Mérida?
Mérida receives around 2,508 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 255 hours, while April is the cloudiest with just 177 hours. Overall, Mérida enjoys abundant sunshine.
Mérida 3-Day Forecast
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