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Santa Elena de Uairén Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Santa Elena de Uairén.
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Climate overview of Santa Elena de Uairén
With consistently stable weather, Santa Elena de Uairén, Gran Sabana, Venezuela, sees little seasonal temperature change. Daytime highs average 29°C (84°F), ranging from 30°C (86°F) in March to 27°C (81°F) in July.
With around 2173 mm (86 in) of annual rainfall, Santa Elena de Uairén has a notably wet climate. However, this rainfall is not evenly distributed, the city has a distinct rainy season from April to August. The wettest month is May. The sunniest month is October, with 8.1 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Santa Elena de Uairén Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Santa Elena de Uairén - and find the best time to visit.
Monthly Temperature in Santa Elena de Uairén
The climate in Santa Elena de Uairén remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C (86°F) in March. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a comfortable 27°C (81°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 19°C (66°F) in March to 18°C (64°F) in July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Santa Elena de Uairén
Santa Elena de Uairén is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2173 mm (86 in). Santa Elena de Uairén can be quite wet during May, receiving approximately 369 mm (15 in) of precipitation over 23 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (January), you will experience much drier conditions, with 67 mm (2.6 in) of precipitation spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Santa Elena de Uairén 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 Santa Elena de Uairén
Santa Elena de Uairén experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 8.1 hours daily sunshine in October, it dips to 5.3 hours in June, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Santa Elena de Uairén by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Santa Elena de Uairén.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 84%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 72%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Santa Elena de Uairén
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December to 1 m/s (2 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 Santa Elena de Uairén
The most comfortable overall weather for exploring Santa Elena de Uairén is usually found in January. Conditions are generally least comfortable in May, June and July.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
Jan
excellent
Feb
good
Mar
good
Apr
mixed
May
very wet
Jun
very wet
Jul
very wet
Aug
mixed
Sep
very good
Oct
mixed
Nov
mixed
Dec
very good
- Best overall: January
- Warmest weather: January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December
- Most sunshine: September and October
- Fewest rainy days: February
- Wettest months: April, May, June, July and August, when rainfall is highest.
- Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from April to August
Frequently asked questions about the climate in Santa Elena de Uairén
What is the best time to visit Santa Elena de Uairén?
January typically offers the most optimal weather in Santa Elena de Uairén. In contrast, May, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions. Santa Elena de Uairén has a distinct rainy season from April to August.
What temperatures can I expect in Santa Elena de Uairén?
Daytime highs range from 27°C (81°F) in July to 30°C (86°F) in March. Nighttime lows range from 18°C (64°F) to 19°C (66°F). Temperatures stay relatively stable year-round.
How much rain does Santa Elena de Uairén get?
Annual rainfall is around 2173 mm (86 in). May is the wettest month with 369 mm (15 in), while January is the driest with 67 mm (2.6 in).
How sunny is Santa Elena de Uairén?
Santa Elena de Uairén receives around 2,439 hours of sunshine per year. October is the sunniest month with 242 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 159 hours. Overall, Santa Elena de Uairén enjoys abundant sunshine.
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