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Yurubí National Park

National Park

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.

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Yurubí National Park essentials

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

Yurubí National Park at a Glance

When to Go

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.

Dry season
December-April · 22-30°C (72-86°F)
Easier hiking and river access; lower insect activity.
Wet season
May-November · 24-32°C (75-90°F)
Thicker jungle growth, swollen rivers, and limited trail access.

Weather & Climate near Yurubí National Park

Climate

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).

Air Quality: AQI 66 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
FebruaryMarchJanuary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
17°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 20° - 29° 25° 51 mm some cloud 74% 3.1 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
February Ideal 20° - 30° 25° 25 mm some cloud 70% 3.4 m/s 2.1 extreme 11.7h
March Ideal 21° - 30° 26° 20 mm partly cloudy 69% 3.4 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.0h
April Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 76 mm overcast 71% 3.2 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
May Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 107 mm overcast 73% 2.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.5h
June Very Good 22° - 30° 26° 108 mm overcast 75% 2.9 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.6h
July Very Good 21° - 29° 25° 100 mm partly cloudy 77% 2.8 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.6h
August Very Good 21° - 30° 26° 107 mm partly cloudy 76% 2.7 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.3h
September Excellent 22° - 31° 26° 72 mm partly cloudy 75% 2.6 m/s 2.2 extreme 12.1h
October Very Good 22° - 31° 26° 114 mm partly cloudy 80% 2.4 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
November Very Good 21° - 30° 26° 115 mm partly cloudy 82% 2.5 m/s 1.7 very high 11.5h
December Excellent 20° - 30° 25° 61 mm partly cloudy 78% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
Getting There & Around

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.