Venezuela — Sea Water Temperature and Annual Ranges
Up-to-date sea water temperatures for the coasts of Venezuela. Learn about today’s conditions, monthly averages, and how the surrounding seas and oceans vary by season. We find every place where you can swim and show you the water temperature there today and throughout the year.
Sea Water Temperature Along the Coast
Chart of Average Temperature Changes Over the Last 60 Days
Places with the Warmest Sea Water Today
The Most Popular Seaside Places
- Maiquetia26°C
- Puerto Cabello28°C
- Güiria29°C
- Independencia27°C
- Margarita Island26°C
- Ganango28°C
- Catia La Mar26°C
- La Guaira26°C
- Chichiriviche de la Costa27°C
- Puerto Colombia27°C
- Puerto Carayaca27°C
- Taguao27°C
- Punto Fijo26°C
- Boca Del Rio26°C
- Puerto Cumarebo26°C
- Macuto26°C
- Todasana26°C
- Sabaneta de Palmas29°C
- Patanemo28°C
- Turiamo27°C
- Playa Medina26°C
- El Toro29°C
- Río Caribe26°C
- Tucacas27°C
- Juan Griego26°C
- Maracaibo30°C
- Caimare Chico29°C
- Bahía de Cata27°C
- Muelle de Cariaco25°C
- Lechería26°C
- Chirimena27°C
- La Vela de Coro27°C
- San Antonio Del Golfo25°C
- Machurucuto27°C
- Barcelona26°C
- Punta Cardon26°C
- Irapa30°C
- La Angoleta25°C
- San Rafael de El Moján29°C
- Moron28°C
Coastal Seas and Oceans
Water Temperature and Swimming Overview
Regions and Map
Water Temperature Trends
Venezuela’s coastline along the Caribbean Sea and small Atlantic stretches offers consistently warm water that makes swimming attractive throughout the year. Typical sea-surface temperatures generally range from about 24–29 °C (75–84 °F), with the warmest shallow bays and lagoons sometimes climbing to around 30–31 °C (86–88 °F) in the late summer and early autumn. The coolest readings tend to occur in the stronger trade-wind months, roughly December to February, when open-water temperatures can dip toward the lower end of that range. Conversely, the period from late spring through autumn can feel slightly warmer, especially in protected coastal areas and reef lagoons that heat up under prolonged sunshine.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is widely permitted and popular along Venezuelan beaches, reefs and islands, and the warm water makes recreational swimming, snorkeling and diving comfortable year-round. However, safety and suitability vary by location and season. Heavy rains and river discharge, particularly near the Orinoco delta and urban coasts, can reduce water quality and visibility after storms, and localized strong currents or surf can create hazardous conditions at times. While Venezuelan shores lie south of the main Atlantic hurricane belt, seasonal storms and rough seas may still occur, so swimmers should heed local warnings, beach flags and guidance from lifeguards or tour operators. In many areas, such as national park reefs, water conditions support vibrant marine life and good visibility most of the year, making the coast attractive for a range of aquatic activities.