Venezuela

Venezuela Weather in October

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

Planning a trip to Venezuela this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Venezuela in October

Venezuela has a wide variety of climate types. During October, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is pleasant in Mérida at 21°C (70°F) and very hot in Tumeremo at 35°C (95°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Tumeremo and 12°C (54°F) in Mérida. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

To explore the conditions in Venezuela in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pampatar with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to heavy rainfall in Puerto Ayacucho with 274 mm (11 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Caracas.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Caracas enjoys approximately 208 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Venezuela by month

Best Places to Visit in Venezuela in October

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).

Popular Destinations in Venezuela

What is the weather like in October for some of the most popular destinations in Venezuela?

Temperature range in Venezuela (October)

Precipitation variation in Venezuela (October)

Caracas

In October Caracas generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
208 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
196 mm (7.7 in)
213 mm (8.4 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Caraballeda

In October Caraballeda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
208 hours
195 hours
Monthly rainfall
134 mm (5.3 in)
155 mm (6.1 in)
152 mm (6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions

Barquisimeto

In October Barquisimeto generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
226 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions

Coro

In October Coro generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
261 hours
247 hours
256 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
127 mm (5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions

Cuidad Bolivar

In October 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 high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
252 hours
258 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
102 mm (4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Caracas 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)
Porlamar 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Caraballeda 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 155 mm (6.1 in)
San Fernando de Apure 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 158 mm (6.2 in)
Mérida 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 253 mm (10 in)
Puerto Ayacucho 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 274 mm (11 in)

Venezuela weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Venezuela in October?

Venezuela typically experiences poor weather in October, part of the season. Daytime highs in Caracas average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Venezuela in October?

Daytime temperatures in Caracas peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in October, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Venezuela get a lot of rain in October?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Caracas records an average of 213 mm (8.4 in) in October, putting it among the wetter months for Venezuela.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Venezuela?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Caracas, October may not be the ideal time to visit Venezuela.

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

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