Where to go when - our guide to French Guiana

November - July

With a tropical climate downpours can occur at any time throughout the year but these months tend to be wetter. With high temperatures and humidity it can feel very hot and oppressive. January through February is carnival season with plenty of festivities, parades and parties. March usually has a short dry season and then from April to June there is heavy rain and suffocating humidity.

28°C Average max daytime temperature

21°C Average min nighttime temperature

20 days per season rainfall

High humidity

August - October

By August temperatures are climbing and September and October are the hottest and driest months of the year. If you don't mind the heat then this is the best time to visit French Guiana.

30°C Average max daytime temperature

21°C Average min nighttime temperature

6 days per season rainfall

Very High humidity

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