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Kourou Climate by Month

Kourou has pretty similar weather over the course of the year. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Kourou temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in October to a comfortable 29°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 24°C in July.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Kourou experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 2561 mm of precipitation annually. The seasons in Kourou, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 406 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 26 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, September, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 54 mm over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Kourou, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.5 hours in September. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. February sees a soft sun for only 3.0 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Cayenne, French Guiana (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Cayenne, French Guiana (42 KM, 26 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Kourou in French Guiana

Kourou has high temperatures year round ranging between 28°C and 31°C.
Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the hottest month in Kourou?
    October has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the hottest month of the year.
  • Which is the coolest month in Kourou?
    The coolest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Kourou?
    May tops the wettest month list with 406 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Kourou?
    September is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Kourou?
    September is the sunniest month with an average of 255 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Kourou

    Thu   Nov 21
    31°C | 25°C
    E 18 km/h
    3.8 mm
    partly cloudy and thunder

    partly cloudy and thunder

    Fri   Nov 22
    32°C | 25°C
    E 18 km/h
    2.2 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    32°C | 24°C
    E 14 km/h
    6.8 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder