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Cantaura, Venezuela
Anzoátegui · Venezuela
Cantaura is a mid-size city in Anzoátegui, Venezuela with a population of 68,885. Elevation: 863 ft (263 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cantaura
Cantaura is a city in the state of Anzoátegui, Venezuela. It is the capital of Pedro María Freites Municipality.
People
Climate
| Population | 68,885 |
| Population Density | 219 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.3057°, -64.3584° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Anzoátegui |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,042 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cantaura
Cantaura is a mid-size city in Venezuela (Anzoátegui) with a population of 68,885. The city sits at an elevation of 863 feet (263 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Cantaura
Cantaura has an average annual temperature of 29.2°C (85°F). The hottest month is May (30.6°C), the coldest is Jan (27.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 362 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.9°F |
| 46% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Area | 314.3 sq mi (814.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 219/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3057°N, 64.3584°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 5.0 m (16 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1853 | CUMANA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 134 km |
| 1802 | CUMANA | Earthquake | - | - | 112 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 0.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 1.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 5.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 1.4 in |
Cantaura has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 78°F in January to 81°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and March the driest (0.4").
Schools in Cantaura
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Santa Joaquina de Vedruna | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Fe y Alegría | - | - | - | - |
| U. E. Monseñor Guevara y Lira | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Dr. Felipe Guevara Rojas | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Jesús María Porras Alfaro | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cantaura
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Cantaura
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Restaurants in Cantaura
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Cantaura
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cantaura
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cantaura
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cantaura
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cantaura
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Cantaura
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cantaura
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cantaura
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cantaura
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anaco Airport | AAO | Medium Airport |
| San Tomé Airport | SOM | Medium Airport |
| El Tigre Airport | ELX | Small Airport |
| El Toco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca Villa Carrara II Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Rancho Novillero Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Servio Tulio Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vieja Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Las Adjuntas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Mata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pariaguán Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pelayo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta de Mata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Punta Gorda Airport | - | Small Airport |
| San Roque Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santa Bárbara de Monagas Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Urica Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cantaura
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Aerocav | |
| Ipostel |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cantaura
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria | |
| Iglesia Sagrado Corazón de Jesús |
Quick Facts
Around Cantaura
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Cantaura
1 places within 15 km
- • Alto Limón
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Cantaura
What is the population of Cantaura?
Cantaura has a population of 68,885 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 219 people per square mile, spread across 314.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cantaura?
Cantaura has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches.