Caracas
Capital of Venezuela
Caracas is the capital of Venezuela with a population of about 2.2 million in 2017. Visitors come to explore its notable landmarks, including the University City of Caracas and Miraflores Palace.
What to see
The city features several prominent sights. Historic points of interest include Bolívar Square and the Birthplace of Simón Bolívar. Architecture and government sites comprise the University City of Caracas, which is a UNESCO location, and Miraflores Palace. For outdoor space, visitors can go to Parque del Este.
When to go
Daily highs range from 24 °C to 26 °C throughout the year, with lows between 17 °C and 19 °C. March has the lowest rainfall with 19 mm over 6 days. Rain increases significantly from May through November, with monthly totals exceeding 100 mm and up to 146 mm in August.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Maiquetía Simón Bolívar International Airport in Maiquetía, located 14 km away.
Top sights in Caracas
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 22 °C on average. The wettest is August, with about 146 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 24 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 25 | 24 |
| Average low, °C | 17 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 19 | 18 |
| Rainfall, mm | 35 | 37 | 19 | 66 | 106 | 128 | 141 | 146 | 131 | 136 | 135 | 69 |
| Rainy days | 12 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 12 | 11 | 14 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Caracas (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.