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Maracaibo weather in October

Expect very hot weather in Maracaibo in October: afternoons reach about 34°C (93°F), while nights drop to around 25°C (78°F). Around 131 mm of rain falls over the month (wet), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than September and about the same as November.

What stands out in October

  • It's wetter than a typical month in Maracaibo — roughly 142% more rain than average.
  • October is among Maracaibo's three coolest months.
  • It's humid — around 76% — so the heat feels heavier.
  • October falls in Maracaibo's wetter season, when heavy showers are common.

It's usually the wettest month of the year.

Avg high

34°C

93°F

Avg low

25°C

78°F

Rainfall

131 mm

wet

Humidity

76%

relative

Sky

73%

cloud · often cloudy

Maracaibo weather by month

Low → high °C Rain (mm)
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Average monthly climate in Maracaibo
MonthAvg highAvg lowRainHumidityCloud cover
January34°C / 94°F24°C / 75°F7 mm67%28%
February35°C / 96°F24°C / 75°F4 mm63%27%
March36°C / 96°F25°C / 76°F18 mm63%48%
April36°C / 97°F25°C / 78°F39 mm65%69%
May36°C / 97°F26°C / 78°F110 mm69%73%
June37°C / 98°F26°C / 78°F52 mm66%66%
July37°C / 98°F26°C / 78°F38 mm64%62%
August37°C / 98°F26°C / 79°F58 mm65%64%
September36°C / 96°F26°C / 79°F86 mm70%69%
October34°C / 93°F25°C / 78°F131 mm76%73%
November33°C / 92°F25°C / 77°F82 mm77%62%
December34°C / 94°F24°C / 76°F24 mm71%38%

What to pack for October

  • Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
  • A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
  • A refillable water bottle
  • A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
  • Water-resistant shoes
  • Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Full season-by-season packing guide →

Is October 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 October

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Maracaibo in October: quick answers

Is October a good time to visit Maracaibo?

It can be, if you like heat: October highs in Maracaibo are around 34°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.

How warm is Maracaibo in October?

Average highs are about 34°C (93°F) and average lows about 25°C (78°F), based on 10 years of daily data.

Does it rain a lot in Maracaibo in October?

Maracaibo typically gets around 131 mm of rain in October — wet. It's usually the wettest month of the year.

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.