Yurubí National Park
National Park Venezuelan park protecting cloud forests and waterfalls
Yurubí National Park in Yaracuy protects montane and cloud-forest habitat. Hikers and birdwatchers follow trails to waterfalls and forested ridges, and locals visit nearby villages to study regional flora and avifauna.
How to Get to Yurubí National Park #
Access to Yurubí National Park is typically arranged from Yaracuy state towns such as San Felipe. Visitors should coordinate with local guides or park offices for routes and permits; road conditions vary and sections may require hiking from the nearest motorable point.
Tips for Visiting Yurubí National Park #
- Hire an experienced local guide - trails and access routes in Venezuelan national parks can be poorly marked and change seasonally.
- Bring insect protection and waterproof gear; lowland tropical forests in Yaracuy are wet and humid.
- Check local security advisories and coordinate with park authorities in San Felipe before travelling.
Best Time to Visit Yurubí National Park #
Dry season months (roughly December-April) are best for visiting; heavy rains can make trails and roads impassable.
Weather & Climate near Yurubí National Park #
Yurubí National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C. Moderate rainfall (956 mm/year).
January
January is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (51 mm).
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February
February is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Light rainfall.
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March
March is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The driest month with just 20 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is the warmest month with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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May
May is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 29°C and lows of 21°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (107 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (72 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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October
October is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (114 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 21°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (115 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
