Weather in Caracas

About Caracas

Caracas sits in a mountain valley ringed by high peaks, creating a dramatic urban setting. The city offers museums, restaurants, and cultural venues alongside political complexity. Angel Falls and other natural attractions lie beyond the capital. Caracas attracts few tourists but serves as the gateway to Venezuela's natural wonders.

Country

Venezuela

Best months to visit

January, February

Currency

VEF

Language

Spanish

Things to do in Caracas

Museum visiting: art, natural history, culture Cable car rides on surrounding mountains Restaurant and nightlife scenes exploring Day trips to Mérida and high-altitude cable cars Canaima National Park and Angel Falls excursions Colonial fort exploring

Weather by month

Click any month for detailed weather information and travel tips.

Recommended

January

26C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

Recommended

February

27C

Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.

March

27C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

April

28C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

May

28C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

June

28C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

July

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

August

28C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

September

28C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

October

27C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

November

26C

Warm and pleasant, with frequent heavy rain.

December

26C

Warm and pleasant, with regular rainfall.

Caracas, Venezuela's capital, sits in a narrow valley beneath the green wall of Ávila mountain, its modernist skyline and mid-century architecture a reminder of the oil-boom decades when it was one of Latin America's wealthiest cities. Economic and political turmoil has reshaped daily life here in recent years, and travel advice should be checked carefully, but the cable car up Ávila and the city's salsa and arepa culture still draw those who visit.

Best areas to stay in Caracas

Altamira / Las Mercedes

Upscale eastern districts with most hotels, restaurants and embassies.

Centro (Historic Centre)

The colonial and government core around Plaza Bolívar and the Capitolio.

El Ávila National Park

The mountain ridge above the city, reached by cable car, with trails and views to the coast.

Chacao

A central municipality with shopping centres, cafes and a relatively walkable core.

Getting to Caracas

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Flights

Simón Bolívar International Airport (CCS) in Maiquetía serves Caracas, about 30-45 minutes from the city.

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From London

~30-45 minutes by car from the airport to the city centre.

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Getting around

The Caracas Metro covers central areas; arranged or hotel transport is generally recommended over independent travel for visitors.

Frequently asked questions

Is it currently advisable to travel to Caracas?

Many governments advise against travel to Venezuela due to safety, infrastructure and political instability — check current official travel advisories before planning any visit.

What is the Ávila cable car?

The Mukumbarí cable car climbs from the city to the ridge of Ávila mountain, offering views over Caracas and down to the Caribbean coast on the other side.

What currency is used?

The US dollar is widely used alongside the Venezuelan bolívar, particularly for tourist-related transactions, due to high inflation.

What is Caracas known for culturally?

A strong baseball culture, salsa and Venezuelan cuisine including arepas and cachapas, plus a notable modernist architectural legacy from the mid-20th century.

How do you get around the city?

The Caracas Metro covers much of the city efficiently, though taxis and arranged transport are recommended for visitors over walking in many areas.

Traveler reviews

★★★★☆

The view from the top of the Ávila cable car, with the city on one side and the Caribbean on the other, is one of the most dramatic urban views I've seen.

Rafael G. · 2019 2019

★★★☆☆

A city of contrasts — beautiful mid-century buildings alongside visible economic hardship; an eye-opening visit.

Isabel M. · 2018 2018

★★★★☆

The food, especially the arepas from a good local spot, was a highlight that stuck with me long after the trip.

Diego N. · 2017 2017