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San Carlos del Zulia, Venezuela
Zulia · Venezuela
San Carlos del Zulia is a large city in Zulia, Venezuela with a population of 126,353. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 84°F (29°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About San Carlos del Zulia
San Carlos del Zulia is the capital of Colón Municipality, located in Zulia State, Venezuela. Founded on March 14, 1778, by Captain Nicolás José Antúnez Pacheco y de la Cruz y Velasco, alderman of the city of Maracaibo, accompanied by lieutenant Ramón Hernández de la Calle, in charge of the pacification of Motilón Indians populating the area.
People
Climate
| Population | 126,353 |
| Population Density | 301 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.0010°, -71.9268° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Zulia |
| Average Temperature | 84°F (29°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.7 inches (1,592 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About San Carlos del Zulia
San Carlos del Zulia is a large city in Venezuela (Zulia) with a population of 126,353. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 84°F (29°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 84°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.7 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in San Carlos del Zulia
San Carlos del Zulia has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1250 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 83.9°F |
| 55% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 84°F (29°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Area | 420.0 sq mi (1,087.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 301/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.0010°N, 71.9268°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 83°F (28°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| March | 84°F (29°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 84°F (29°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 85°F (29°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 85°F (29°C) | 5.2 in | |
| July | 84°F (29°C) | 4.7 in | |
| August | 85°F (29°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 85°F (29°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 84°F (29°C) | 7.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 84°F (29°C) | 7.4 in | |
| December | 83°F (28°C) | 5.5 in |
San Carlos del Zulia has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 82°F in January to 85°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 62.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (7.8") and February the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in San Carlos del Zulia
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNESUR | University | — | — |
Schools in San Carlos del Zulia
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.T.A. Santa Barbara del Zulia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Carmelita Roldan Portillo | — | — | — | — |
| Liceo Francisco Javier Pulgar | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near San Carlos del Zulia
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cordillera 104.7 FM | folclor, latino | MP3 | |
| Acción 104.5 FM (La diferencia en el dial) | deportes, music | AAC 32 kbps |
Hotels in San Carlos del Zulia
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in San Carlos del Zulia
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in San Carlos del Zulia
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in San Carlos del Zulia
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in San Carlos del Zulia
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in San Carlos del Zulia
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in San Carlos del Zulia
5 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in San Carlos del Zulia
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near San Carlos del Zulia
13 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Juan Pablo Pérez Alfonso Airport | VIG | Medium Airport |
| Miguel Urdaneta Fernández Airport | STB | Medium Airport |
| Bernal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campo de Palma Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Casigua El Cubo Airport | CUV | Small Airport |
| El Guayabo del Zulia Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Encontrados Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Santa Fé Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Hoya Grande Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Miguelón Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Petrolea Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rosario Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Francisco de Mérida Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in San Carlos del Zulia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| DHL Santa Barbara |
Churches & Religious Organizations in San Carlos del Zulia
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| SALON DEL REINO DE LOS TESTIGOS DE JEHOVA |
Quick Facts
Around San Carlos del Zulia
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About San Carlos del Zulia
What is the population of San Carlos del Zulia?
San Carlos del Zulia has a population of 126,353 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 301 people per square mile, spread across 420.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in San Carlos del Zulia?
San Carlos del Zulia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 84°F (29°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 84°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.7 inches.