Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
1.8M
Population
1,393 km2
Area
193 Mbps
Internet
6m
Elevation
UTC−04:00
Timezone
MAR (16km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Maracaibo sizzles under its iconic bridge spanning Lake Maracaibo, where llanero folk tunes clash with oil rig silhouettes. Resilient nomads navigate spotty power with generators in marisquerías offering 4G, embracing the hot, windy Caribbean climate for raw cultural dives. The lake's electric storms mirror the city's vibrant unpredictability.
QUICK FACTS
Country
Venezuela
Region
South America
Population
1.8M
Timezone
UTC−04:00
Elevation
6 m
Language
Spanish
Airport
MAR
GPS
10.64, -71.61
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
Solid 193 Mbps internet — reliable for remote work and streaming
A major city with a population of 1,752,602
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,693 total POIs 1.2 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
85
Cafes
17
Bars
6
Fast Food
83
Shopping
Supermarkets
55
Convenience
17
Shopping Malls
109
Healthcare
Hospitals
40
Clinics
46
Pharmacies
56
Education
Schools
99
Universities
39
Libraries
3
Recreation
Parks
285
Playgrounds
12
Sports
72
Cinemas
3
Museums
6
Theatres
7
Transport
Bus Stops
68
Train Stations
6
Fuel Stations
75
Services
Banks
56
ATMs
1
Post Offices
7
Police
16
Fire Stations
2
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
193 Mbps
Download
189 Mbps
Upload
7ms
Latency
37,680
Tests
12,108
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
28°
J
28°
F
29°
M
29°
A
29°
M
29°
J
29°
J
29°
A
29°
S
29°
O
29°
N
28°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 28.6 C Range: 28.4 - 28.8 C Rain: 1,529 mm/year Sunshine: 3,766 h/year
CITY SCORES
81.9
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
61.0
Overall
AIRPORT
MAR
La Chinita International Airport
16 km from center
~29 min ride
FUN FACTS
It is the capital of Zulia and is the second-largest city proper in Venezuela, after the national capital, Caracas.
The city has an estimated population of 1,752,602, with the metropolitan area estimated at 2,727,957 as of 2019.
Maracaibo is commonly nicknamed "Spanish: La Tierra del Sol Amada" (The Beloved Land of the Sun).
It is sometimes referred to as the "First City of Venezuela" for being the first city in Venezuela to adopt various public services, including electricity.
The city was eventually founded in 1574 as "Nueva Zamora de la Laguna de Maracaibo" by Captain Pedro Maldonado.
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Maracaibo known for?
Maracaibo sizzles under its iconic bridge spanning Lake Maracaibo, where llanero folk tunes clash with oil rig silhouettes. Resilient nomads navigate spotty power with generators in marisquerías offering 4G, embracing the hot, windy Caribbean climate for raw cultural dives. The lake's electric storms mirror the city's vibrant unpredictability.
How fast is the internet in Maracaibo?
Maracaibo has an average download speed of 193 Mbps and upload speed of 189 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Maracaibo?
Maracaibo has an average year-round temperature of approximately 28.6 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Maracaibo?
Maracaibo is served by MAR (La Chinita International Airport), approximately 16 km from the city center.
What is the population of Maracaibo?
The population of Maracaibo is approximately 1.8M.
What infrastructure does Maracaibo have?
Maracaibo has 1,693 mapped points of interest, including 85 restaurants, 40 hospitals, 99 schools.
What country is Maracaibo in?
Maracaibo is located in Venezuela.
