Weather in October in French Guiana
Planning a getaway to French Guiana this October and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in French Guiana in October?
October in French Guiana generally has very warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C in Kourou to 35°C in Maripasoula. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C in Maripasoula and 25°C in Kourou. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
Precipitation
In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Maripasoula with an average of 31 mm to moderate rainfall in Cayenne with 75 mm.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Kourou enjoys approximately 251 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For a closer look at October'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 October for the 5 most popular destinations in French Guiana?
Kourou
In October Kourou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Matoury
In October Matoury generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Cayenne
In October Cayenne generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Maripasoula
In October Maripasoula generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Saint Georges
In October Saint Georges generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is October the best time to visit French Guiana?
We consider October to be one of the best times to travel to French Guiana. Typically, the climate in Kourou is pleasant.
Generally speaking, September and October provide pleasant weather in Kourou. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June, July and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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