Maturín
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High caution — reconsider plans
The UK FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the remaining areas of Venezuela, including Maturín and Monagas state, citing political and economic situations.
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- Official advice warns against travel
- Latest air-quality reading is not elevated
- Political and economic instability
- Advisory against all but essential travel issued by the UK FCDO
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Maturín month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Maturín are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 29–31°C. April is usually the warmest month (average high 33°C), January the coldest (average low 22°C), and June the wettest (about 227 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.7 | 21.8 | 52 | 10.6 |
| February | 30.9 | 22.1 | 36 | 10.6 |
| March | 32.4 | 22.7 | 41 | 10.7 |
| April | 33.0 | 23.5 | 63 | 10.7 |
| May | 31.9 | 23.5 | 139 | 10.1 |
| June | 30.0 | 23.0 | 227 | 9.3 |
| July | 29.7 | 22.9 | 206 | 9.9 |
| August | 30.5 | 23.1 | 180 | 10.1 |
| September | 31.4 | 23.4 | 143 | 10.5 |
| October | 31.3 | 23.5 | 144 | 10.3 |
| November | 30.1 | 23.1 | 137 | 10.1 |
| December | 29.2 | 22.4 | 89 | 10.4 |
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Research updated Tuesday, October 20, 2026Past and future events in Maturín
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- Inauguration of Once Padel Courts
On June 28, 2024, the new paddle tennis facilities were inaugurated within the Kariña Hotel and Club Palma Real in Maturín.
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01 · OverviewMaturín, in brief
Maturín: Geographic Crossroad
Maturín is a city in Venezuela and serves as the capital of the Venezuelan state of Monagas. Situated at coordinates 9.74569 latitude and -63.18323 longitude within the America/Caracas timezone, the municipality operates in Spanish (es-VE) using the VES currency.
Positioned right next to the Guarapiche River, the locality rests at an altitude of 67 meters and lies 520 kilometres away from Caracas, the country's capital. The territory functions as a busy regional transportation hub that connects routes from the northeastern coast to the Orinoco Delta and the Gran Sabana, while acting as a crossroad for roads stretching towards the center, the Caribbean coast, and the Orinoco River.
Within the metropolitan area, the population is recorded at 401,384 inhabitants. Historically rooted near the banks of the Guarapiche River where an indigenous chief once lived, the terrain provided the setting for the site named after him. The locality developed through changing eras, transitioning from early Spanish missions created for the conversion of the native Chaima and Warao people into an established regional center. Over subsequent centuries, the geography supported the instrumental exploration and development of the petroleum industry in Venezuela, alongside the growth of oil fields discovered near the town.
Municipal governance for the area is structured around four main functions defined by Venezuelan law: executive, legislative, comptroller, and planning. The executive administration is directed by a mayor representing the municipality, whereas the legislative branch consists of a municipal council formed by seven councillors who deliberate on local laws and new decrees. Accountancy and administrative oversight are handled by the municipal comptroller's office, and development projects are coordinated through the local public planning council.
Frequently Asked Questions about Maturín
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01 · Q&AWhere is Maturín located and what are its coordinates?
Maturín is situated in Venezuela at geographic coordinates 9.7457, -63.1832, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Maturín?
Maturín has a recorded population of approximately 647,459 and observes the America/Caracas time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Maturín?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Maturín include ES-VE, with VES used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Maturín?
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