Weather in August in French Guiana
Thinking about venturing to French Guiana this August and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in French Guiana in August?
August in French Guiana generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Kourou to 33°C in Maripasoula. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C in Maripasoula and 24°C in Kourou. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Maripasoula with an average of 63 mm to high rainfall in Cayenne with 130 mm.Average sunshine
The city Kourou usually sees around 230 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For a closer look at August's conditions in French Guiana, see the map below. For a more detailed look at French Guiana's yearly weather, check out our French Guiana climate page.
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What is the weather like in August for the 5 most popular destinations in French Guiana?
Kourou
In August Kourou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Matoury
In August Matoury generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Cayenne
In August Cayenne generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Maripasoula
In August Maripasoula generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Saint Georges
In August Saint Georges generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in French Guiana.
Is August the best time to visit French Guiana?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kourou, August might be a good time to visit French Guiana.
Generally speaking, September and October provide pleasant weather in Kourou. The weather in April, May, June, July and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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