French Guiana

French Guiana Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in French Guiana in February.

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Cayenne Kourou Matoury Cayenne

Are you planning a trip a to French Guiana in February and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in French Guiana in February

February in French Guiana generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Kourou.

For a closer look at conditions across French Guiana, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Maripasoula with an average of 163 mm (6.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Saint Georges with 278 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Kourou gets roughly 89 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in French Guiana in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across French Guiana.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in French Guiana

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in French Guiana?

Temperature range in French Guiana (February)

Precipitation variation in French Guiana (February)

Kourou

In February Kourou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
89 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
248 mm (9.8 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
181 mm (7.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kourou →

Matoury

In February Matoury generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
93 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
259 mm (10 in)
240 mm (9.4 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Matoury →

Cayenne

In February Cayenne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
93 hours
119 hours
Monthly rainfall
257 mm (10 in)
237 mm (9.3 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
22 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Cayenne →

Maripasoula

In February Maripasoula generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
148 hours
140 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
155 mm (6.1 in)
163 mm (6.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
17 days
21 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Maripasoula →

Saint Georges

In February Saint Georges generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
109 hours
99 hours
111 hours
Monthly rainfall
280 mm (11 in)
278 mm (11 in)
211 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
19 days
24 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Saint Georges →

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in French Guiana in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cayenne 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Kourou 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 223 mm (8.8 in)
Matoury 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Cayenne 29°C (84°F) 24°C (75°F) 237 mm (9.3 in)
Saint Georges 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 278 mm (11 in)
Maripasoula 30°C (86°F) 23°C (73°F) 163 mm (6.4 in)

French Guiana weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in French Guiana in February?

Expect unpleasant weather across French Guiana in February. The popular destination of Kourou averages 29°C (84°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in French Guiana in February?

In Kourou, the average daytime high in February is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does French Guiana get a lot of rain in February?

Yes. February brings heavy rainfall to French Guiana, with Kourou averaging around 223 mm (8.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is February a Good Time to Visit French Guiana?

In our view, February might not be the best time to travel to French Guiana with often unpleasant weather in Kourou.

Generally speaking, March, September and October provide tolerable weather in Kourou. On the other hand, the weather in April, May, June, July and December tend to be poor.

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