Weather & Climate in Mérida, Venezuela
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Mérida enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 44.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 4,557 feet.
Temperature
60°F Jan (16°C)
62°F Jul (17°C)
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,557 ft (1,389 m) |
| Area | 9.7 sq mi (25.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,719/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.5790°N, 71.1692°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
88 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.4.
| Dec 31, 1993 | 38 km NNW of Valera, Venezuela | M5.4 | 130 km | 35 km |
| Feb 5, 2015 | 12 km ENE of La Fría, Venezuela | M5.3 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Apr 26, 2005 | 41 km ESE of Trujillo, Venezuela | M5.2 | 135 km | 1 km |
| Jun 6, 1994 | 49 km ESE of San Cristóbal, Venezuela | M5.0 | 138 km | 33 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 33 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.9 | 135 km | 23 km |
| Jun 6, 1993 | 26 km SSE of Trujillo, Venezuela | M4.9 | 112 km | 25 km |
| Apr 3, 2018 | 30 km SSW of El Vigía, Venezuela | M4.9 | 66 km | 10 km |
| May 9, 2007 | 29 km NNW of Valera, Venezuela | M4.9 | 117 km | 4 km |
| Apr 10, 2006 | 44 km NNW of Arauquita, Colombia | M4.9 | 143 km | 13 km |
| Mar 11, 1992 | 52 km NW of Arauquita, Colombia | M4.9 | 149 km | 37 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 43 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.8 | 127 km | 37 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 10 km W of Ejido, Venezuela | M4.8 | 19 km | 10 km |
| May 31, 1994 | 57 km S of El Vigía, Venezuela | M4.8 | 77 km | 33 km |
| Jan 23, 2006 | 33 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.8 | 136 km | 0 km |
| Feb 13, 1998 | 38 km SE of San Cristóbal, Venezuela | M4.7 | 141 km | 33 km |
| Oct 5, 2011 | 55 km NNE of Cubará, Colombia | M4.7 | 148 km | 25 km |
| Sep 13, 2004 | 41 km WNW of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.7 | 137 km | 1 km |
| Dec 2, 1999 | 11 km NW of Barinas, Venezuela | M4.7 | 100 km | 33 km |
| Feb 5, 2015 | 16 km ENE of La Fría, Venezuela | M4.6 | 110 km | 10 km |
| Aug 5, 1993 | 35 km NNW of Arauquita, Colombia | M4.6 | 145 km | 64 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 0.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 61°F (16°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 62°F (17°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 6.1 in | |
| June | 63°F (17°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 62°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 1.5 in |
Mérida has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 60°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 44.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.4") and January the driest (0.9").