Maracaibo in August
5.1out of 10
Not the best time
Hot: daytime highs around 34°C. Very wet: about 17 rainy days.
34°CAvg high
26°CAvg low
17Rainy days (119 mm)
12:21 hDaylight
06:40Sunrise · 19:01 Sunset
Why this score
- Hot: daytime highs around 34°C
- Very wet: about 17 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.8 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in August varies a lot between years (±5.8 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34°C | 25°C | 6 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.4 |
| February | 35°C | 25°C | 3 mm | 1 | – | – | 7.3 |
| March | 35°C | 25°C | 17 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.9 |
| April | 35°C | 26°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.2 |
| May | 34°C | 26°C | 150 mm | 19 | – | – | 4.8 |
| June | 34°C | 26°C | 100 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 35°C | 26°C | 68 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.9 |
| August | 34°C | 26°C | 119 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.1 |
| September | 33°C | 26°C | 164 mm | 21 | – | – | 4.9 |
| October | 32°C | 25°C | 196 mm | 26 | – | – | 5.1 |
| November | 32°C | 25°C | 135 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.3 |
| December | 34°C | 25°C | 30 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Maracaibo in August?
Daytime highs average 34°C and nights about 26°C.
When is the best time to visit Maracaibo?
The best months are January, February, December, March.