Guyana

Guyana Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Guyana, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Climate overview of Guyana

Thanks to its location just above the equator Guyana has a tropical climate. Temperatures are high with maximum temperatures between 30°C (86°F) and 31°C (88°F) almost all year round and night temperatures between 22°C (72°F) and 24°C (75°F).

The rainy season varies by location. Overall, Guyana has two rainy seasons. The first one runs from December to early February (the small rainy season), the second begins in late April and lasts until mid-August (the main rainy season). The in between periods are drier, but should definitely not be called dry. During the two drier periods the average precipitation per month is still about 60 mm (2.4 in) to 180 mm (7.1 in).

Explore Guyana by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Guyana — and find the best time to visit. (based on Georgetown)

January28°C (82°F) February29°C (84°F) March29°C (84°F) April29°C (84°F) May29°C (84°F) June29°C (84°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August30°C (86°F) September31°C (88°F) October31°C (88°F) November30°C (86°F) December29°C (84°F)

Places in Guyana

Select a city to see its average temperature, precipitation and hours of sunshine over the year.

Cities

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
Georgetown 28°C (82°F) – 31°C (88°F) 24°C (75°F) – 26°C (79°F) 2305 mm (91 in) 2,473 hours
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FAQ

What temperatures can I expect in Guyana?

Daytime highs range from 28°C (82°F) in January to 31°C (88°F) in September. Nighttime lows range from 24°C (75°F) to 26°C (79°F). Temperatures are relatively stable throughout the year. See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Guyana get?

Annual rainfall is around 2305 mm (91 in). June is the wettest month with 359 mm (14 in), while March is the driest with 107 mm (4.2 in). Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Guyana?

Guyana receives around 2,473 hours of sunshine per year. October is the sunniest month with 237 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 158 hours. Overall, Guyana enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

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