Terepaima National Park
National Park Venezuelan national park protecting cloud forests and peaks
Terepaima National Park in Lara state protects montane forest and streams; visitors come for hiking, waterfalls and regional birdwatching in Venezuela’s western highlands.
How to Get to Terepaima National Park #
Access is typically from towns in Lara state (near Barquisimeto); local transport and guides are recommended due to limited signage and rough roads.
Tips for Visiting Terepaima National Park #
- Hire a local guide familiar with access routes - park roads can be steep and poorly maintained.
- Visit in the dry season (November-April) for the best walking and clearer mountain views.
- Bring insect protection and sufficient water; services inside the park are limited.
Best Time to Visit Terepaima National Park #
Best visited in the dry season (Nov-Apr) for hiking and clearer views.
Weather & Climate near Terepaima National Park #
Terepaima National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 15°C to 26°C. Moderate rainfall (981 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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February
February is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 15 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is the warmest month with highs of 25°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (176 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (88 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (54 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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