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When to go? Seasons, climate, festivities

  • February to March

    Guyana's interior generally experiences one longer and one shorter dry season, the long season runs throughout February and March. During this time temperatures generally sit between 31-34°C. With less chance of rain, views from the plateaus are better during this time but the heat can feel very oppressive with less cloud cover to protect against the strength of the sun.

  • May to early August

    Rain, rain and more rain. From May to early August Guyana's interior sees it's long rainy season and with so much forest covering the land, the rains fall frequently and are plentiful. In late August, the formidable Kaieteur falls will be at it's most powerful as hundreds of tonnes of water plummet over it's huge drop. Although very scenic, the logistics of travel around Guyana's interior are tricky during the wet season as water levels can cause boat travel along the rivers to be too dangerous.

  • December to January

    A shorter, less intense wet season usually lasting around 2-3 weeks. These shorter rains coincide with the cashew harvest, so locals refer to them fondly as the "cashew rains". With water levels much less dangerous and temperatures decreasing into the late twenties due to the rains, this season is still popular with travellers visiting Guyana.

  • September to November

    Guyana's second shorter dry season occurs straight after the long rains and during this time the flora in the region burst into bloom. This is a great time to visit as the rivers recede back to safe levels and the rainforest flourishes. Temperatures sit between 25-35°C and the jungle floor become less like a swamp and more manageable for trekking. October and November provide the best conditions for a Guyanese rainforest adventure as little rainfall allows for excellent views and greater chances of wildlife encounters, whilst some cloud cover shades you from the intense heat of the sun.

Temperatures and climate

Min/max temp (°C) / Average rainfall (mm)

  • Georgetown

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Average temp C° min / max
    24° / 28°
    23° / 28°
    23° / 29°
    24° / 29°
    24° / 29°
    24° / 29°
    24° / 30°
    24° / 31°
    24° / 31°
    24° / 31°
    24° / 30°
    24° / 29°
    Average rainfall (mm)
    132
    83
    67
    112
    217
    258
    216
    134
    70
    60
    98
    143

  • Lethem

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Average temp C° min / max
    24° / 33°
    24° / 33°
    24° / 34°
    25° / 34°
    24° / 32°
    24° / 31°
    24° / 31°
    24° / 33°
    25° / 34°
    25° / 35°
    25° / 34°
    24° / 33°
    Average rainfall (mm)
    23
    24
    31
    108
    257
    298
    252
    172
    85
    55
    45
    28

  • Mazaruni region

    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
    Average temp C° min / max
    21° / 31°
    21° / 32°
    22° / 33°
    22° / 32°
    22° / 31°
    22° / 29°
    22° / 30°
    22° / 30°
    22° / 32°
    22° / 32°
    22° / 32°
    22° / 31°
    Average rainfall (mm)
    65
    53
    46
    95
    194
    235
    193
    146
    79
    61
    73
    72

Holidays and festivities

  • Mashramani

    February
    Held every year on 23rd February, Mashramani, celebrates the day Guyana become a republic in 1970.

  • Phagwah

    March
    Known as "the festival of colours", this Hindu holiday celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Hindus usually wear white on this day and powder, perfume and abeer (a red liquid) are thrown on family and friends.

  • Divali

    October
    One of the most picturesque festivals in Guyana is the "festival of lights". Clay cups containing wicks are arranged in beautiful patterns around houses and during the evening these are lit, creating a magical scene.

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