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Acarigua, Venezuela
Portuguesa · Venezuela
Acarigua is a large city in Portuguesa, Venezuela with a population of 188,278. Elevation: 620 ft (189 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Acarigua
Acarigua, founded as San Miguel de Acarigua in 1620, is a city in northwestern Venezuela, in the northern part of the state of Portuguesa and its former capital. It encompasses the Páez municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 188,278 |
| Population Density | 2,786 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5545°, -69.1956° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Portuguesa |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.2 inches (1,250 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Acarigua
Acarigua is a large city in Venezuela (Portuguesa) with a population of 188,278. The city sits at an elevation of 620 feet (189 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.2 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Acarigua
Acarigua has an average annual temperature of 27.7°C (82°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.4°C), the coldest is Jul (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1584 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 247 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 620 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 67.6 sq mi (175.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,786/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5545°N, 69.1956°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 7.9 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.5 in |
Acarigua has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in July to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 49.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (8.3") and February the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Acarigua
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio Los Caminos | College | — | — |
| Colegio María Madre de Dios | College | — | — |
| Instituto Nacional de Cooperación Educativa | College | — | — |
| UNASER | University | — | — |
| Universidad Nacional Abierta - Centro Local Portuguesa | University | — | — |
| Universidad Politecnica Territorial del Estado Portuguesa "Juan de Jesús Montilla" | University | — | — |
| Universidad Simón Rodriguez | University | — | — |
| Universidad Yacambú | University | — | — |
Schools in Acarigua
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colegio San Vicente de Paul | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo 5 de Diciembre | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo José Antonio Páez | — | — | — | — |
| U.E.N. "Palacio Fajardo" | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Técnica Ademar Vásquez Chávez | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Juan Guillermo Iribarren | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Técnica Simón Bolívar | — | — | — | — |
| Colegio Alejandro Humboldt | — | — | — | — |
| Unidad Educativa Nacional Hilarión López | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Rómulo Gallegos | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Básica Ramón Colmenárez | — | — | — | — |
| U.E.N. Dr. Arturo Uslar Pietri | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Acarigua
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Acarigua
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Acarigua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Acarigua
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Acarigua
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Acarigua
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Acarigua
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Acarigua
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Acarigua
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Acarigua
13 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Acarigua
7 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Acarigua
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Acarigua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Acarigua
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jacinto Lara International Airport | BRM | Large Airport |
| Guanare Airport | GUQ | Medium Airport |
| Oswaldo Guevara Mujica Airport | AGV | Medium Airport |
| Sub Teniente Nestor Arias Airport | SNF | Medium Airport |
| Aerofumigaciones Campo Alegre Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boquemonte Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cachimbo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Caño Lucas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Central Matilde Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Chorobobo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Finca Yacurito Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ganadería Pedernales Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hato El Caimán Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Las Majaguas Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Marisol Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mata Oscura Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Sabana Dulce Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Carlos Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Tinaquillo A Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Turen Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Acarigua
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Zoom |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Acarigua
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Católica "Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Socorro" | |
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora La Corteza | |
| Iglesia Pentecostal Unida de Venezuela "Central de Araure" | |
| Iglesia San Miguel Arcangel | |
| Pquia. Espíritu Santo | |
| Primera Iglesia Bautista de Venezuela | |
| Salon del Reino de lo testigos de Jehová | |
| Salón del Reino de Prados del Sol |
Quick Facts
Around Acarigua
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Acarigua
2 places within 15 km
- • Cerro El Potrero
- • Cerro El Torrellero
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Acarigua
What is the population of Acarigua?
Acarigua has a population of 188,278 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 2,786 people per square mile, spread across 67.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Acarigua?
Acarigua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 247 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.2 inches.