Climate Insights for Encontrados

Municipio Catatumbo, Estado Zulia, Venezuela
Hottest
March
36°C peak
Coldest
December
23°C low
Wettest
July
509mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Encontrados is hot. The average annual temperature is 28°C and approximately 3502mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 509mm of rainfall. Encontrados sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Feb Max: 35° Average: 30° Min: 26° Mar Max: 36° Average: 31° Min: 26° Apr Max: 34° Average: 29° Min: 25° May Max: 33° Average: 29° Min: 25° Jun Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Jul Max: 32° Average: 28° Min: 25° Aug Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Sep Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 25° Oct Max: 33° Average: 28° Min: 24° Nov Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 24° Dec Max: 31° Average: 27° Min: 23°
Max
Average
Min

Encontrados sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 23°C to 36°C. March is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 31°C. December is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 27°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm 350mm 400mm 450mm 500mm 550mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 51mm Feb Precipitation: 17mm Mar Precipitation: 57mm Apr Precipitation: 304mm May Precipitation: 401mm Jun Precipitation: 389mm Jul Precipitation: 509mm Aug Precipitation: 319mm Sep Precipitation: 334mm Oct Precipitation: 404mm Nov Precipitation: 390mm Dec Precipitation: 327mm
Precipitation

Encontrados is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3502mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 292mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 509mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 17mm. That's 492mm 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.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 1km/h Feb Wind Speed: 1km/h Mar Wind Speed: 1km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 1km/h Jul Wind Speed: 1km/h Aug Wind Speed: 1km/h Sep Wind Speed: 1km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 1km/h
Wind Speed

Encontrados is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 1km/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 1km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 1km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 0km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

63 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Encontrados, which began on June 21, 2026. Encontrados sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in December near 23°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 63 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 25 to 36°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 762mm across the season with a monthly average of 254mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 25 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1217mm across the season with a monthly average of 406mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1128mm across the season with a monthly average of 376mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 23 to 35°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 395mm across the season with a monthly average of 132mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 1km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Encontrados 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
24 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
51 mm
0 cm
Feb
26 °C
35 °C
1 km/h
17 mm
0 cm
Mar
26 °C
36 °C
1 km/h
57 mm
0 cm
Apr
25 °C
34 °C
1 km/h
304 mm
0 cm
May
25 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
401 mm
0 cm
Jun
25 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
389 mm
0 cm
Jul Current
25 °C
32 °C
1 km/h
509 mm
0 cm
Aug
25 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
319 mm
0 cm
Sep
25 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
334 mm
0 cm
Oct
24 °C
33 °C
1 km/h
404 mm
0 cm
Nov
24 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
390 mm
0 cm
Dec
23 °C
31 °C
1 km/h
327 mm
0 cm
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