Climate Insights for Altagracia de Orituco

The climate in Altagracia de Orituco is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2231mm of precipitation falls per year. Altagracia de Orituco receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Altagracia de Orituco sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Altagracia de Orituco sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 19°C to 31°C. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 19°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Altagracia de Orituco is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2231mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 186mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 318mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 38mm. That's 279mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Altagracia de Orituco is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 9km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Altagracia de Orituco, which began on March 20, 2026. Altagracia de Orituco sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in April at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 19°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 90 days from now.

The best time to visit Altagracia de Orituco is during January, February, March and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 55mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 31°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Altagracia de Orituco based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.