Monthly climate guide
Maracaibo weather in January
January in Maracaibo is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 34°C (94°F) and night-time lows near 24°C (75°F). The month usually brings about 7 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as December and about the same as February.
What stands out in January
- Just 230 km apart, but Maracaibo runs about 6°C warmer than Coro this month.
- It's one of the drier stretches of the year in Maracaibo.
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 24°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Rain is well below Maracaibo's usual level (around 87% less).
Avg high
34°C
94°F
Avg low
24°C
75°F
Rainfall
7 mm
very dry
Humidity
67%
relative
Sky
28%
cloud · mostly sunny
Maracaibo weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C / 94°F | 24°C / 75°F | 7 mm | 67% | 28% |
| February | 35°C / 96°F | 24°C / 75°F | 4 mm | 63% | 27% |
| March | 36°C / 96°F | 25°C / 76°F | 18 mm | 63% | 48% |
| April | 36°C / 97°F | 25°C / 78°F | 39 mm | 65% | 69% |
| May | 36°C / 97°F | 26°C / 78°F | 110 mm | 69% | 73% |
| June | 37°C / 98°F | 26°C / 78°F | 52 mm | 66% | 66% |
| July | 37°C / 98°F | 26°C / 78°F | 38 mm | 64% | 62% |
| August | 37°C / 98°F | 26°C / 79°F | 58 mm | 65% | 64% |
| September | 36°C / 96°F | 26°C / 79°F | 86 mm | 70% | 69% |
| October | 34°C / 93°F | 25°C / 78°F | 131 mm | 76% | 73% |
| November | 33°C / 92°F | 25°C / 77°F | 82 mm | 77% | 62% |
| December | 34°C / 94°F | 24°C / 76°F | 24 mm | 71% | 38% |
What to pack for January
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses
Is January a good time to visit Maracaibo?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Maracaibo →Other Venezuela cities in January
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Maracaibo in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Maracaibo?
Yes. January is one of the best months for Maracaibo, with highs around 34°C and about 7 mm of rain.
How warm is Maracaibo in January?
Average highs are about 34°C (94°F) and average lows about 24°C (75°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Maracaibo in January?
Maracaibo typically gets around 7 mm of rain in January — very dry.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Maracaibo (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.