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Weather & Climate in Valera, Venezuela
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Valera enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F (21°C). Winters average 68°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,719 feet.
Temperature
68°F Jan (20°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 69.4°F |
| 29% above US avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,719 ft (524 m) |
| Area | 87.4 sq mi (226.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,799/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.3178°N, 70.6036°W |
| Timezone | America/Caracas |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
121 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.7.
| Dec 29, 1995 | 25 km S of Carora, Venezuela | M5.7 | 89 km | 33 km |
| Aug 17, 1991 | 20 km SE of Carora, Venezuela | M5.6 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Dec 31, 1993 | 38 km NNW of Valera, Venezuela | M5.4 | 38 km | 35 km |
| Dec 31, 1995 | 17 km SSE of Carora, Venezuela | M5.4 | 100 km | 40 km |
| Feb 19, 2014 | 23 km SE of El Tocuyo, Venezuela | M5.3 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Apr 26, 2005 | 41 km ESE of Trujillo, Venezuela | M5.2 | 56 km | 1 km |
| Aug 4, 2006 | 66 km WSW of Carora, Venezuela | M5.2 | 73 km | 15 km |
| Jul 12, 2020 | 41 km S of El Tocuyo, Venezuela | M5.1 | 82 km | 10 km |
| Jun 3, 2021 | 19 km S of Carora, Venezuela | M5.1 | 96 km | 10 km |
| Feb 25, 2008 | 39 km E of Lagunillas, Venezuela | M5.0 | 99 km | 15 km |
| Aug 17, 1991 | 18 km SE of Carora, Venezuela | M4.9 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 9, 2007 | 29 km NNW of Valera, Venezuela | M4.9 | 30 km | 4 km |
| Jun 6, 1993 | 26 km SSE of Trujillo, Venezuela | M4.9 | 35 km | 25 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 33 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.9 | 68 km | 23 km |
| Mar 28, 2024 | 26 km SW of El Tocuyo, Venezuela | M4.9 | 77 km | 10 km |
| Jun 5, 2001 | 10 km W of Araure, Venezuela | M4.8 | 142 km | 19 km |
| Jan 23, 2006 | 33 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.8 | 67 km | 0 km |
| Jul 15, 2005 | 10 km W of Ejido, Venezuela | M4.8 | 116 km | 10 km |
| Aug 7, 1991 | 15 km SSE of Carora, Venezuela | M4.8 | 103 km | 17 km |
| Mar 22, 1991 | 43 km W of Guanare, Venezuela | M4.8 | 57 km | 37 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 1.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 69°F (20°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 70°F (21°C) | 5.1 in | |
| May | 70°F (21°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 3.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| November | 69°F (21°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 1.9 in |
Valera has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 68°F in January to 70°F in June. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (1.1").