Climate Insights for San Fernando de Apure
Municipio San Fernando, Apure State, Venezuela
Climate Overview
The climate in San Fernando de Apure is hot. The average annual temperature is 29°C and approximately 1,482 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 278 mm of rainfall. San Fernando de Apure sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in San Fernando de Apure is hot. The average annual temperature is 84°F and approximately 58.4 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 11 in of rainfall. San Fernando de Apure sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
San Fernando de Apure sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 24°C to 38°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 38°C and an average of 32°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.San Fernando de Apure sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 75°F to 100°F. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 100°F and an average of 89°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 75°F and an average of 81°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
San Fernando de Apure is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,482 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 124 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 278 mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 6 mm. That's 273 mm less than June, 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 Fernando de Apure is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 58.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.9 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 10.9 in of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 0.2 in. That's 10.7 in less than June, 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 Fernando de Apure is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 9km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 9km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 13km/h in winter, 10km/h in spring, 6km/h in summer, 7km/h in autumn.San Fernando de Apure is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 9mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in September, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 6mph difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 8mph in winter, 6mph in spring, 4mph in summer, 4mph in autumn.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for San Fernando de Apure 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 Fernando de Apure 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.