Climate Insights for San Carlos del Zulia
Municipio Colón, Zulia State, Venezuela
Climate Overview
The climate in San Carlos del Zulia is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 2,465 mm of precipitation falls per year. San Carlos del Zulia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Carlos del Zulia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in San Carlos del Zulia is hot. The average annual temperature is 83°F and approximately 97.1 in of precipitation falls per year. San Carlos del Zulia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. San Carlos del Zulia sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
San Carlos del Zulia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°C range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 29°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows.San Carlos del Zulia has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is September, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 75°F and an average of 81°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 13°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
San Carlos del Zulia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,465 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 205 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 313 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 54 mm. That's 259 mm less than October, 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.San Carlos del Zulia is a very wet location, receiving approximately 97.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.1 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 2.1 in. That's 10.2 in less than October, 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.
Wind
San Carlos del Zulia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.San Carlos del Zulia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Carlos del Zulia 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Carlos del Zulia based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.