French Guiana weather in March
What is the weather like in French Guiana in March?
The weather conditions in French Guiana in March are generally poor.
You can expect very warm maximum average daytime temperatures of around 30°C (86°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (74°F) in Kourou. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.
Precipitation in March ranges from heavy in Maripasoula with an average of 261mm (10inch) rainfall to heavy in Saint Georges with 370mm (15inch).
It is also generally a
moderately sunny
period with an average of 119 hours of sunshine in Kourou during the entire month.
We invite you to have a look at the map below to find out more about the different weather conditions per location in French Guiana.
Where to go in French Guiana in March
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Popular destinations in French Guiana
What is the weather like in March for the 5 most popular destinations in French Guiana?
Average weather in Kourou
In March Kourou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (74°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Matoury
In March Matoury generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (74°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Cayenne
In March Cayenne generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (74°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Maripasoula
In March Maripasoula generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (89°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Saint Georges
In March Saint Georges generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (87°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is March the best time to go to French Guiana?
In our opinion March is not the best time to visit French Guiana with commonly poor weather in Kourou.
On average the best time to visit French Guiana is in October and November with generally pleasant weather in Kourou.
The worst months are January, February, March, April, May, June, July and August that can have poor weather conditions.
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