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Cayenne weather in August (French Guiana)

Will it be warm or cold in Cayenne this August? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, August in Cayenne includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 32°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 23°C. These are average temperatures, but there can be hotter days. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Cayenne in August usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 130 mm for the month. On average, there are about 9 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

With around 235 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Cayenne climate page with graphs.

 

Cayenne, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 31%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 130 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 235 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in French Guiana in August

Find out more about the weather in French Guiana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cayenne.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to French Guiana? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in French Guiana. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.