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Araure, Venezuela
Portuguesa · Venezuela
Araure is a large city in Portuguesa, Venezuela with a population of 181,820. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Araure
Araure is a town in the Venezuelan state of Portuguesa. This town is the seat of the Araure Municipality and, according to the 2001 Venezuelan census, the municipality has a population of 111,908.
People
Climate
| Population | 181,820 |
| Population Density | 3,270 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.5814°, -69.2385° |
| 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 Araure
Araure is a large city in Venezuela (Portuguesa) with a population of 181,820. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 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 Araure
Araure 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 | 787 ft (240 m) |
| Area | 55.6 sq mi (144.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,270/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.5814°N, 69.2385°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 |
Araure 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").
Schools in Araure
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.B. Lizandro Alvarado | - | - | - | - |
| U.E.N. Pedro Manuel Barrios Freites | - | - | - | - |
| E.N.C. N° 170 | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Camburito | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Parroquial Jesús Horizonte y Camino | - | - | - | - |
| E.B.E. José Leonardo Chirino | - | - | - | - |
| E.B. Luis Beltrán Prieto Figueroa | - | - | - | - |
| E.B. Monseñor Omar Ramos Cordero | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Nacional Gral. José Antonio Páez | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Privada Fermín Toro | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Bolivariana "Villas del Pilar" | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Araure
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SABOR 106.7 FM | entretenimiento, latino | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NoEsFm | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Fama 98.1 FM | classic hits, music | AAC 64 kbps |
Libraries in Araure
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Araure
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Araure
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Araure
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Araure
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Araure
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Araure
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Araure
8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Araure
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Araure
6 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Araure
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Araure
18 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 |
| San Carlos Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tinaquillo A Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Turen Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Araure
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aliado Zoom - AG Servicios |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Araure
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Casa del Apostolado Seglar "María, Madre y Modelo de la Iglesia" | |
| Iglesia Desarrollo Camburito | |
| Iglesia El Pilar | |
| Nueva Jerusalén Cambruito |
Quick Facts
Around Araure
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Araure
18 places within 15 km
- • Alto Ayacucho
- • Alto Carpao
- • Alto de Chimborazo
- • Alto de Quebrada Negra
- • Alto de Quebrada Salvaje
- + 13 more
🇻🇪 About Venezuela
Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Araure
What is the population of Araure?
Araure has a population of 181,820 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 3,270 people per square mile, spread across 55.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Araure?
Araure 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.