General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park

General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park

Visit during the dry season for safer access; high-altitude areas demand good acclimatization.

Dry season

December-April · 5-18°C (varies widely with altitude)

Fewer storms and better trekking conditions in many parts of the park.

Shoulder months

May-June, Sep-Nov · -5-15°C

Cooler and less crowded, but sudden weather shifts can occur.

Weather & Climate near General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park

Climate

General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 6°C to 16°C. Abundant rainfall (1467 mm/year), wettest in July with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate

Best Time to Visit

FebruaryJanuaryMarch

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

30°

Warmest Month

10°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	Very Good	6° - 15°	11°	13 mm	partly cloudy	80%	1.5 m/s	2.2 extreme	11.6h
February	Very Good	7° - 15°	11°	17 mm	partly cloudy	75%	1.6 m/s	2.4 extreme	11.8h
March	Good	8° - 15°	12°	44 mm	overcast	75%	1.5 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.0h
April	Poor	9° - 15°	12°	160 mm	overcast	82%	1.3 m/s	2.0 extreme	12.2h
May	Poor	9° - 15°	12°	176 mm	overcast	86%	1.4 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.3h
June	Poor	9° - 15°	12°	199 mm	overcast	88%	1.6 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.4h
July	Poor	8° - 15°	12°	210 mm	overcast	88%	1.7 m/s	2.0 extreme	12.4h
August	Acceptable	9° - 15°	12°	168 mm	overcast	87%	1.7 m/s	2.1 extreme	12.2h
September	Acceptable	8° - 15°	12°	163 mm	overcast	86%	1.6 m/s	2.2 extreme	12.1h
October	Acceptable	8° - 16°	12°	178 mm	overcast	86%	1.4 m/s	2.2 extreme	11.8h
November	Acceptable	8° - 15°	12°	88 mm	overcast	88%	1.4 m/s	2.1 extreme	11.7h
December	Good	7° - 15°	11°	51 mm	partly cloudy	85%	1.5 m/s	2.1 extreme	11.6h

Getting There & Around

How to Get to General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park

Access points vary; the park is best reached from towns in Táchira state by vehicle. Due to limited infrastructure, hiring local guides and arranging transport in San Cristóbal or nearby towns is recommended.

Tips for Visiting General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park

Hire a local guide familiar with the high Andean passes - trails are remote and weather changes quickly.
Pack altitude-aware gear: Acclimatize before attempting strenuous hikes above 3,000 m.
Respect park regulations and indigenous land use; some areas are sacred and access may be restricted.

General Juan Pablo Peñaloza National Park