Guyana: When to Go

The best time to visit Guyana is at the end of either rainy season, in late January or late August, when the discharge of water over Kaieteur Falls is greatest. Some locals recommend mid-October to mid-May, which may be wet, but not as hot. If you want to travel overland to the interior, come during the dry seasons (Jan-Apr and Aug-Oct).

Weather

While Atlantic sea breezes bring some relief from the turbid atmosphere during the day, visitors unaccustomed to the climate may find nights somewhat unbearable. Guyana's climate hardly budges from 25-30°C (75-85°F) with on-and-off rain, mostly in September and October. Nevertheless, sunshine is still regular and conditions are overall more comfortable on the plateau if the coast and lowlands get a bit much.

Guyana has two distinct rainy seasons: May to mid-August and mid-November to mid-January. August through October are the hottest months.