Mérida, Venezuela experiences average highs of 24°C (75°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 25 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Mérida, Venezuela Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Mérida, Venezuela. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.1/10
Annual
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 24°C / 17°C
Feels Like 29°C / 18°C
Rainy Days 25
Rainfall 174 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 86%
Wind Speed 4 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Hottest Month
25°C
September
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 24 days
Coldest Month
16°C
January
Avg High 24°C
Rain 20 days
Driest Month
20 days
January
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 16°C
Windiest Month
5 km/h
July (Gusts 37)
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:33
Daylight 12.6h
Sunset 19:08
Live conditions —
Mérida on the map · live conditions
Mérida, Venezuela
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Venezuela
- City
- Mérida
- Population
- 300K
- Coordinates
- 8.58°, -71.17°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
High Low Shaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 16°C . Feb: 24°C / 17°C . Mar: 24°C / 17°C . Apr: 25°C / 18°C . May: 25°C / 18°C . Jun: 24°C / 17°C . Jul: 24°C / 17°C . Aug: 25°C / 17°C . Sep: 25°C / 17°C . Oct: 25°C / 17°C . Nov: 24°C / 17°C . Dec: 24°C / 16°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 89 mm. Feb: 115 mm. Mar: 200 mm. Apr: 265 mm. May: 219 mm. Jun: 184 mm. Jul: 151 mm. Aug: 160 mm. Sep: 172 mm. Oct: 204 mm. Nov: 221 mm. Dec: 107 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 82%. Feb: 83%. Mar: 85%. Apr: 86%. May: 87%. Jun: 87%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 85%. Sep: 85%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 88%. Dec: 85%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind Speed Gusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 4 km/h . Feb: 4 km/h . Mar: 4 km/h . Apr: 4 km/h . May: 5 km/h . Jun: 5 km/h . Jul: 5 km/h . Aug: 5 km/h . Sep: 5 km/h . Oct: 4 km/h . Nov: 4 km/h . Dec: 4 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 11h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 9h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight 12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 26°C | Sep · 25°C |
| Coldest month | Dec 2025 · 17°C | Jan · 16°C |
| Wettest month | Apr 2025 · 300 mm | Apr · 265 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 6 km/h | Jul · 5 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Good March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C / 16°C | 28°C / 17°C | 20days (89 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 24°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 23days (115 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8 Very High | Good | View Details |
| March | 24°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 28days (200 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 25°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 27days (265 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 25°C / 18°C | 29°C / 19°C | 26days (219 mm) Wet | 8.6h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 24°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 26days (184 mm) Wet | 9h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 24°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 25days (151 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 25°C / 17°C | 29°C / 18°C | 24days (160 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 25°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 24days (172 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 17°C | 29°C / 19°C | 28days (204 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 24°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 27days (221 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 24°C / 16°C | 28°C / 17°C | 23days (107 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 85% Humid | 7.5 Very High | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The hottest month in Mérida is September, with average daytime highs of 25°C (77°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Mérida is January, with average overnight lows of 16°C (61°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Mérida is April, averaging 265mm of precipitation across 27 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Mérida runs through March, October, April, November, with the heaviest rainfall in March. Based on 10-year averages for Mérida.
Mérida receives approximately 118 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is February with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Mérida.
The annual average UV index in Mérida is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Mérida is 86%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Mérida are 4 km/h (2 mph). The windiest month is July with peak winds reaching 5 km/h (3 mph) (gusts up to 37 km/h / 23 mph).
Mérida averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 82%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Mérida is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Mérida has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Mérida ranges from 18°C (64°F) to 29°C (84°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
July is not the best time to visit Mérida, with a climate score of 7/10. Consider visiting during — instead for better conditions.
For July in Mérida, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 24°C (76°F) and 25 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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