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Cariaco, Venezuela
Sucre · Venezuela
Cariaco is a mid-size city in Sucre, Venezuela with a population of 41,589. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cariaco
Cariaco is a town in the state of Sucre, Venezuela. It is the capital of the Ribero Municipality. It stands a short distance up the Cariaco river and its port immediately on the coast is known as Puerto Sucre. It is at the head of the Gulf of Cariaco holding the Cariaco Basin.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,589 |
| Population Density | 3,122 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.4968°, -63.5529° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Sucre |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.2 inches (1,098 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cariaco
Cariaco is a mid-size city in Venezuela (Sucre) with a population of 41,589. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Cariaco
Cariaco has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Sep (28.4°C), the coldest is Jan (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 535 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 52 ft (16 m) |
| Area | 13.3 sq mi (34.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,122/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.4968°N, 63.5529°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 7.3 m (24 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1530 | CUMANA | Earthquake | 7.3 m | 4 | 64 km |
| 1853 | CUMANA | Earthquake | 5.0 m | 1,000 | 71 km |
| 1997 | CARIACO-CUMANA | Earthquake | - | 81 | 13 km |
| 1802 | CUMANA | Earthquake | - | - | 106 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 74°F (24°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 5.7 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 76°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in |
Cariaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 74°F in January to 78°F in May. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.3") and March the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Cariaco
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.P.T.P "Clodosbaldo Russián" Ext. Cariaco | University | - | , |
| Universidad Politécnica Territorial del Oeste de Sucre Clodosbaldo Russián Sede Cariaco | University | - | , |
Schools in Cariaco
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Fe y Alegría "Madeleilis Guzmán" | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Valentín Valiente | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Estanislao Rendón | - | - | - | - |
| E.B. Raimundo Martínez Centeno | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Garrapata | - | - | - | - |
| E.T.A. Cariaco | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Cariaco
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercadito del Mar | |||||
| Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Cinemas in Cariaco
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cariaco
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cariaco
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cariaco
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Cariaco
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cariaco
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cariaco
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Del Caribe Santiago Mariño International Airport | PMV | Large Airport |
| Antonio José de Sucre Airport | CUM | Medium Airport |
| General Francisco Bermúdez Airport | CUP | Medium Airport |
| José Tadeo Monagas International Airport | MUN | Medium Airport |
| Andrés Miguel Salazar Marcano Airport | ICC | Small Airport |
| Araya Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Finca Villa Carrara II Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato Guaribe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Río de Agua Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cariaco
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia San Felipe de Austres |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
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What is the population of Cariaco?
Cariaco has a population of 41,589 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 3,122 people per square mile, spread across 13.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cariaco?
Cariaco has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches.