The IANA time zone identifier for Maracaibo is America/Caracas. The current local time in Maracaibo is 45 minutes ahead of apparent solar time. Latitude: 10.63.
How did Maracaibo affect Venezuela?Although Maracaibo changed hands several times during Venezuela’s struggle for independence from Spain—patriots won a decisive naval battle on Lake Maracaibo on July 24, 1823—the area was generally less involved in the wars than were eastern and central Venezuela. Where on Earth is That?
What is the climate like in Maracaibo?Located on the western shore of the channel connecting Lake Maracaibo with the Gulf of Venezuela, it is in a basin surrounded by higher land that excludes the steady trade winds and suffers from high temperatures (average daily highs are in the 90s °F [about 30 °C]) and high humidity. Maracaibo’s founding date is disputed.
Where is Maracaibo located?Maracaibo. Maracaibo, city, capital of Zulia estado (state), northwestern Venezuela. Maracaibo is the country’s second largest city and one of its largest seaports. Located on the western shore of the channel connecting Lake Maracaibo with the Gulf of Venezuela, it is in a basin surrounded by higher land that excludes...
