Mariusa National ParkWhen to Go
Best Time to Visit Mariusa National Park
Dry season (December-April) tends to be more accessible for overland and canoe travel; rainy season shifts travel to boats and expands wildlife viewing in flooded forests.
Dry season
December-April · 25-32°C
Lower water levels in many channels; easier travel on foot and by canoe.
Rainy season
May-November · 24-30°C
Higher waters expand the floodplain-good for seeing riverine birdlife but travel more water‑dependent.
Weather & Climate near Mariusa National Park
Climate
Mariusa National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Monsoon - Tropical Monsoon climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1827 mm/year), wettest in June.
Air Quality:
AQI 45
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
21°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 21° - 30° | 26° | 111 mm | - | - | 2.9 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 21° - 30° | 26° | 66 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 22° - 31° | 26° | 57 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 22° - 31° | 27° | 69 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 126 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 23° - 30° | 27° | 263 mm | - | - | 2.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 228 mm | - | - | 2.2 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 214 mm | - | - | 2.1 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 146 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 153 mm | - | - | 2.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 23° - 31° | 27° | 217 mm | - | - | 2.4 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 22° - 30° | 26° | 177 mm | - | - | 2.5 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
How to Get to Mariusa National Park
Access to Mariusa National Park is usually by boat from river towns in Delta Amacuro (for example from San Juan de los Morros or local delta communities). Travel within the park is almost always arranged by canoe or small motorboat; coordinate with local operators and park authorities.
Tips for Visiting Mariusa National Park
- Arrange local guides through official park offices-river channels and seasonal floods make navigation tricky.
- Mosquito protection and malaria precautions should be considered-medical advice is essential before travel.
- Bring waterproof bags for gear-parts of the park are accessed by small boats and waterways change with tides.