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Monte Roraima National Park

National Park

On the Guiana Shield where Brazil meets Venezuela and Guyana, Monte Roraima National Park protects tepuis, endemic plants and sandstone plateaus. Trekkers sign up for multi‑day climbs to table‑top summits via guided jungle approaches.

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Monte Roraima National Park essentials

Country: Brazil
Driest months: Jan-Mar
Pay in: Real (R$)
Language: Portuguese
Emergency: 193

Monte Roraima National Park at a Glance

Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Monte Roraima National Park

Dry season (roughly December to March) is typically preferred for overland treks and clearer views from the summit plateau.

Dry season
December-March · 18-28°C
More stable weather for trekking the tepui and plateau; trails drier and safer.
Wet season
April-November · 20-30°C
Frequent rain, muddy trails and clouded vistas; the plateau can be mist-enshrouded.

Weather & Climate near Monte Roraima National Park

Climate

Monte Roraima National Park's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 11°C to 22°C. Heavy rainfall (2158 mm/year), wettest in May.

Air Quality: AQI 58 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
SeptemberJanuaryMarch
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
34°
Warmest Month
13°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Good 11° - 20° 16° 42 mm overcast 78% 2.2 m/s 1.9 very high 11.7h
February Good 11° - 20° 16° 64 mm overcast 75% 2.3 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.8h
March Good 12° - 21° 16° 58 mm overcast 72% 2.3 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
April Good 12° - 21° 17° 96 mm overcast 75% 1.9 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
May Acceptable 13° - 21° 17° 327 mm overcast 83% 1.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
June Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 326 mm overcast 86% 1.5 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
July Acceptable 12° - 20° 16° 305 mm overcast 86% 1.6 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.3h
August Acceptable 12° - 21° 17° 251 mm partly cloudy 85% 1.6 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.2h
September Very Good 12° - 22° 17° 216 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.8 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
October Good 12° - 22° 17° 217 mm partly cloudy 80% 1.7 m/s 2.3 extreme 11.9h
November Acceptable 12° - 22° 17° 165 mm overcast 81% 1.9 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
December Good 11° - 20° 16° 91 mm overcast 81% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Monte Roraima National Park

Access to Monte Roraima National Park normally begins from the Venezuelan town of Santa Elena de Uairén or from Guyanese staging points; most treks require multi-day logistics with local guides and river crossings. International visitors usually fly to regional hubs and then travel overland with arranged tour operators.

Tips for Visiting Monte Roraima National Park

  • Guided treks and multi-day tours are the best way to visit Monte Roraima National Park due to remote access and the need for local guides.
  • Pack for heavy rain and sun in the same day; the tepui's weather is famously changeable.
  • Respect indigenous Pemon guides and local regulations - many routes traverse traditional territories.