Cayenne Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Cayenne has a steady very warm climate throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The temperature in Cayenne remains steady throughout the year, providing a consistently very warm climate. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in October to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, July.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 24°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Cayenne has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 2591 mm of rainfall annually. The climate in Cayenne shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in May, with an average of 412 mm of precipitation over 26 rainy days. In contrast, September offers drier and sunnier days, with around 50 mm of rainfall over 4 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Cayenne 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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Cayenne serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in September with an average of 8.5 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in February, offering only 3.0 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Cayenne in French Guiana
Cayenne has high temperatures year round ranging between 29°C and 32°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
October has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
May tops the wettest month list with 412 mm of rainfall.
September is the driest month with 50 mm of precipitation.
September is the sunniest month with an average of 255 hours of sunshine.
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