Venezuela

Venezuela Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Venezuela in December.

Planning a getaway to Venezuela this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Venezuela in December

The weather in Venezuela in December can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from pleasant to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Mérida at 20°C (68°F) to very warm in San Fernando de Apure at 35°C (95°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 25°C (77°F) in San Fernando de Apure and 11°C (52°F) in Mérida. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Venezuela, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in San Fernando de Apure with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Mérida with 207 mm (8.1 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Caracas enjoys approximately 211 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Venezuela by month

Best Places to Visit in Venezuela in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Venezuela.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

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Temperature range in Venezuela (December)

Precipitation variation in Venezuela (December)

Caracas

In December Caracas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
187 mm (7.4 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Caraballeda

In December Caraballeda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
22°C (72°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
195 hours
211 hours
233 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Barquisimeto

In December Barquisimeto generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
220 hours
246 hours
258 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
8 days
4 days
Weather conditions

Coro

In December Coro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
256 hours
263 hours
289 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
22 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Cuidad Bolivar

In December Cuidad Bolivar generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
249 hours
243 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
75 mm (3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Venezuela in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Caracas 29°C (84°F) 20°C (68°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Porlamar 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Caraballeda 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
San Fernando de Apure 35°C (95°F) 25°C (77°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Mérida 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Puerto Ayacucho 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 128 mm (5 in)

Venezuela weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Venezuela in December?

Venezuela typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Caracas average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 20°C (68°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Venezuela in December?

Caracas averages a daytime maximum of 29°C (84°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 20°C (68°F).

Does Venezuela get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Venezuela during December, with Caracas averaging close to 80 mm (3.1 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Venezuela?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Venezuela with overall perfect weather in Caracas. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January and December offering mostly perfect weather in Caracas. On the other hand, the months of August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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