Best Time to Visit Mérida, Merida, Venezuela
Mérida is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Mérida for sunny, dry weather is December–February — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through June–August and December–March; the wetter half falls in April–May and September–November. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 19.5°C / 67.1°F in January to 21°C / 69.8°F in May, with rainfall from 27 mm / 1.1 in (January) to 159 mm / 6.3 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mérida, Merida, Venezuela's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Mérida's climate is broadly mild oceanic. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.5°C67.1°F | 27 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| February | 20°C68°F | 35 mm1.4″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
| December | 19.8°C67.6°F | 47 mm1.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Mérida?
The best time to visit Mérida for sunny, dry weather is January, February, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is May averaging 21°C / 69.8°F, and the driest is January with about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Mérida's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Mérida?
The rainy season at Mérida, Merida runs through April–May and September–November, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 110 mm / 4.3 in. The wettest single month is October (159 mm / 6.3 in).
What is the driest month in Mérida?
The driest month in Mérida is January, averaging about 27 mm / 1.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Mérida?
The least comfortable months for travel to Mérida — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, April, May, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 159 mm / 6.3 in in October, and the coldest month averages 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
Is Mérida climate different from Venezuela overall?
Yes, usually. Our Mérida figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Venezuela figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Mérida specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.