Cayenne weather in April (French Guiana)

How is the weather in Cayenne in April? Wondering if it's a favorable time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In April, Cayenne generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 30°C (show in °F). However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Cayenne in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 276 mm (show in inches) for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 119 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry weather with pleasant temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Cayenne. September and October typically offer the most favorable weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July and December tend to have less favorable conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly weather and climate conditions, visit our specialized Cayenne climate page with graphs.

 

Cayenne, monthly averages in April

Show in Fahrenheit
Min Temperature 24.5°C  
Max Temperature 29.6°C  
Chance of Rain 70%  
Precipitation 276 mm  
Rainy days 21 days  
Sunshine 119 hours  
Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in French Guiana in April

Find out more about the weather in French Guiana in April and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20-29ºC / 68-84ºF and not too much precipitation (less than 90mm / 3.5inches a month).

So, what should you wear in Cayenne in April?

​ It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. ​ ​

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in April.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Cayenne.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to French Guiana? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in French Guiana. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.