Maripasoula Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Maripasoula has relatively stable weather with very warm temperatures.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Maripasoula remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 35°C in October, the warmest time of the year, to a very warm 30°C during cooler months like July.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 22°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Maripasoula is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1599 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, May receives heavy rainfall, averaging 288 mm of precipitation, recorded across 26 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, October brings less rainfall, with 31 mm over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Maripasoula Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Maripasoula. While October receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.6 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Maripasoula in French Guiana
The best time to visit is during the drier months: September and October.Other facts from our historical weather data:
Rainy season in Maripasoula occurs in the months of January, February, April, May and June.
October has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 30°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 288 mm of rainfall.
October is the driest month with 31 mm of precipitation.
October is the sunniest month with an average of 259 hours of sunshine.
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