Gran Sabana Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela in January.

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Santa Elena de Uairén

Planning a getaway to the Gran Sabana, Venezuela this January 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 the Gran Sabana in January

The Gran Sabana, Venezuela is a region in Venezuela. January in the Gran Sabana generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) in Santa Elena de Uairén. 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.

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

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 67 mm (2.6 in) in Santa Elena de Uairén. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Santa Elena de Uairén, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Santa Elena de Uairén gets approximately 208 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in the Gran Sabana in January

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

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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 the Gran Sabana

What is the weather like in January for the most popular destinonation in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela?

Santa Elena de Uairén

In January Santa Elena de Uairén generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
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Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
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Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Gran Sabana, in Venezuela.

In our records: Venezuela January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Venezuela in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Venezuela dropped to 6°C (43°F) in Mérida on January 5, 2022.
  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Venezuela was 15°C (59°F) in Mérida on January 4, 2023.

The Gran Sabana weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela in January?

Expect perfect weather across the Gran Sabana, Venezuela in January. The popular destination of Santa Elena de Uairén averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela in January?

Average temperatures in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela during January range from a nighttime low near 18°C (64°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Santa Elena de Uairén.

Does the Gran Sabana, Venezuela get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in the Gran Sabana, Venezuela. Santa Elena de Uairén averages only about 67 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Gran Sabana, Venezuela?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit the Gran Sabana, Venezuela with overall perfect weather in Santa Elena de Uairén. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January provides perfect weather in Santa Elena de Uairén. On the other hand, the weather in May, June and July tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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