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Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park

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Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park essentials

Country: Venezuela
Driest months: Jan-Mar
Pay in: Bolivar Soberano
Language: Spanish

Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park

Best in the dry months for access and trail conditions; wet season can make roads and trails difficult.

Dry season (December-April)
Dec-Apr · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Easier access to trails and viewpoints; rivers are lower and hiking is simpler.
Shoulder seasons (May and November)
May, Nov · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Fewer bugs and pleasant hiking conditions; good for wildlife watching.

Weather & Climate near Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park

Climate

Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 14°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (845 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 14° - 23° 19° 42 mm mostly sunny 68% 3.4 m/s 1.9 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 15° - 23° 19° 31 mm mostly sunny 63% 3.5 m/s 2.2 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 15° - 24° 19° 31 mm some cloud 62% 3.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Excellent 16° - 25° 20° 52 mm partly cloudy 63% 3.5 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.3h
May Very Good 17° - 25° 21° 72 mm partly cloudy 66% 3.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.5h
June Excellent 17° - 24° 21° 69 mm partly cloudy 66% 3.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.7h
July Excellent 17° - 24° 21° 84 mm some cloud 66% 3.6 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.6h
August Excellent 17° - 25° 21° 71 mm some cloud 65% 3.5 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.4h
September Excellent 17° - 26° 21° 74 mm partly cloudy 67% 3.3 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.1h
October Very Good 17° - 25° 21° 117 mm partly cloudy 74% 2.9 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.8h
November Very Good 16° - 24° 20° 115 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.8 m/s 1.9 very high 11.5h
December Excellent 15° - 23° 19° 87 mm some cloud 74% 3.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.3h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park

The park is in Falcón state, northwest Venezuela. Access typically depends on the chosen sector of the park; the nearest larger towns include Coro and Punto Fijo. Overland approaches from regional roads are common; arranging local transport or a guide is recommended due to variable road conditions.

Tips for Visiting Juan Crisóstomo Falcón National Park

  • Bring binoculars and a camera with a telephoto lens - park's fauna and scenery reward distant viewing.
  • Check with park administration about access to boat launches and river viewpoints before arriving.
  • Arrange guided hikes for the best insight into remote trails and local wildlife.