Paraguay FAQs
When is the best time to go to Paraguay?
The climate of this low-lying country is sub-tropical. Summer is extremely hot and humid, with average temperatures in Feb reaching 35°C. In winter temperatures are variable and it can be very cold at night. Most precipitation falls Oct- Apr but it can rain at any time of the year.
For more detailed information visit our When To Go section.
What's the official language of Paraguay?
Spanish, Guaraní.
What's the official currency of Paraguay?
Guaraní. Notes can be withdrawn from the many ATMs in Asunción using a UK credit or debit card. Limits may be lower than your UK bank allows. There are also many exchange houses in the capital and on the border where you can exchange US dollars and South American currencies cash.
What's the time difference between Paraguay and the UK?
GMT -4 hours.
Which countries combine well with Paraguay?
Argentina, accessing Puerto Iguazú (close to the Falls) by road via the frontier at Ciudad del Este; Iguazú Falls, Brazil, crossing over the frontier via the Friendship Bridge from Ciudad del Este.
If you still have questions, please contact us and one of our Travel Experts will be happy to help.
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