Cerro El Copey National Park
Park National park on Margarita Island protecting cloud forest
On Isla Margarita, Cerro El Copey National Park protects cloud forest and the island’s highest peaks; hikers visit for mountain trails, endemic plants and views across the Venezuelan Caribbean coast.
How to Get to Cerro El Copey National Park #
Cerro El Copey is on Isla Margarita (Nueva Esparta). From Porlamar or Pampatar, hire a local guide or take a 4x4 to park trailheads; roads can be steep and poorly surfaced.
Tips for Visiting Cerro El Copey National Park #
- Hire a local guide for the best wildlife viewing and safer navigation of mountain trails.
- Rain can make some roads and trails slippery-waterproof boots are advisable for fieldwork.
- Bring binoculars and a field guide for birdwatching; Cerro El Copey has diverse avifauna.
Best Time to Visit Cerro El Copey National Park #
Dry season (Dec-Apr) is generally the best time for hiking and wildlife observation in the park.
Weather & Climate near Cerro El Copey National Park #
Cerro El Copey National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 28°C. Abundant rainfall (1167 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm).
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 17°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (33 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (131 mm).
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July
July is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm).
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).
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October
October is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 19°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm).
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December
December is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 18°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (170 mm).
