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Upata, Venezuela
Bolívar · Venezuela
Upata is a large city in Bolívar, Venezuela with a population of 112,617. Elevation: 1,194 ft (364 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Upata
Upata is a Venezuelan city inside the bulk of Guayana at the north of the Bolívar State. It is the capital and most important town of Piar Municipality. It is located between the basins of the rivers Orinoco and Cuyuní. The name of Upata is an indigenous word, probably of the Kamaracoto ethnic group, believed to mean “Rose of the mountain," name of a chief's daughter.
People
Climate
| Population | 112,617 |
| Population Density | 2,417 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.0162°, -62.4056° |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
| Country | 🇻🇪 Venezuela |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.4 inches (1,382 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Upata
Upata is a large city in Venezuela (Bolívar) with a population of 112,617. The city sits at an elevation of 1,194 feet (364 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is America/Caracas.
Climate in Upata
Upata has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (28.8°C), the coldest is Jan (25.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 987 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.1°F |
| 43% above Venezuela avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,194 ft (364 m) |
| Area | 46.6 sq mi (120.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,417/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.0162°N, 62.4056°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 7.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 3.4 in |
Upata has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 75°F in January to 79°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and March the driest (1.5").
Colleges & Universities in Upata
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldea Universitaria La Romana | College | - | , |
| UNEG Industria Forestal | University | - | , |
| UPEL | University | - | , |
Schools in Upata
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Humberto Bártoli | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Morales Marcano | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela San Marcos | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo General Manuel Carlos Piar | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo ETA Antonio José de Sucre | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Esther Fernández | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Técnica Monseñor Garcia Mohedano (Escuela Granja) | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Creación Upata | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santiago Mariño | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela La Loma | - | - | - | - |
| Liceo Tavera Acosta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Simón Bolívar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Anzoátegui | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Guédez Colmenares | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Isaura Gómez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Simón Rodríguez | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Santo Domingo | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio María Inmaculada | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Raúl Leoni | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Upata
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rumba 98.1 FM | entretenimiento, music | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| BANDERA 105.7 FM | baladas en español, entretenimiento | AAC+ 48 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Upata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercado Bicentenario | |||||
| Mercado Municipal |
Hotels in Upata
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Upata
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Upata
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Upata
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Upata
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Upata
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Upata
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Upata
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| General Manuel Carlos Piar International Airport | PZO | Large Airport |
| El Callao Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Manteco Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Guasipati Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hato El León Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Macagua Airport | SFX | Small Airport |
| Tocomita Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Upata Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Uverito Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upata
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Iglesia de Jesucristo de los Santos de los Últimos Días | |
| Iglesia de San Antonio |
Quick Facts
Around Upata
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Upata
50 places within 15 km
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Public Holidays in Venezuela
34 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Upata
What is the population of Upata?
Upata has a population of 112,617 residents and is located in Venezuela. The population density is 2,417 people per square mile, spread across 46.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Upata?
Upata has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.