Macouria, French Guiana experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 22 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 9 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Macouria, French Guiana Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Macouria, French Guiana. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Feb–Nov 
Wetter season: Jan–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.2/10
Best: January, February, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 34°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 22
Rainfall 257 mm
Sunshine 9 h
Humidity 85%
Wind Speed 16 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
32°C
September
Avg Low24°C
Rain10days
Coldest Month
23°C
June
Avg High29°C
Rain29days
Driest Month
10days
September
Avg High32°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
20 km/h
February (Gusts 38)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 30°C
Warmest water: September (
30.4°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August, October due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:19
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:43
Live conditions—
Macouria on the map · live conditions
Macouria, French Guiana
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- French Guiana
- City
- Macouria
- Population
- 8.8K
- Coordinates
- 4.91°, -52.37°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 14 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 24 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 28°C / 23°C . Feb: 28°C / 24°C . Mar: 28°C / 24°C . Apr: 28°C / 24°C . May: 28°C / 24°C . Jun: 29°C / 23°C . Jul: 29°C / 23°C . Aug: 31°C / 24°C . Sep: 32°C / 24°C . Oct: 32°C / 25°C . Nov: 30°C / 24°C . Dec: 28°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 257 mm. Feb: 262 mm. Mar: 214 mm. Apr: 366 mm. May: 539 mm. Jun: 415 mm. Jul: 271 mm. Aug: 126 mm. Sep: 63 mm. Oct: 65 mm. Nov: 191 mm. Dec: 316 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 86%. Feb: 85%. Mar: 83%. Apr: 87%. May: 90%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 88%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 78%. Oct: 78%. Nov: 84%. Dec: 88%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 18 km/h . Feb: 20 km/h . Mar: 19 km/h . Apr: 18 km/h . May: 16 km/h . Jun: 14 km/h . Jul: 13 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 15 km/h . Oct: 16 km/h . Nov: 16 km/h . Dec: 17 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 9h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 9h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 28°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 28°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 29°C . Jun: 29°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 30°C . Sep: 30°C . Oct: 30°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 9. Sep: UV 9. Oct: UV 9. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 49 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Sep 2025 · 32°C | Sep · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Jun · 23°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 681 mm | May · 539 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 20 km/h | Feb · 20 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Wet 
February best
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Poor October
Poor November
Wet December best
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 23°C | 32°C / 26°C | 24days (257 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 24°C | 31°C / 26°C | 21days (262 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 85% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 24°C | 32°C / 27°C | 22days (214 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 83% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 27°C | 26days (366 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 28°C | 30days (539 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 29°C / 23°C | 34°C / 27°C | 29days (415 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 28days (271 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 24°C | 36°C / 28°C | 18days (126 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 32°C / 24°C | 37°C / 29°C | 10days (63 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 78% Humid | 9.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 32°C / 25°C | 37°C / 29°C | 11days (65 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 78% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 24°C | 35°C / 28°C | 21days (191 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 84% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 27°C | 27days (316 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Macouria are January, February, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Macouria, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Macouria is September, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Macouria is June, with average overnight lows of 23°C (74°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Macouria is May, averaging 539mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Macouria runs through May, June, July, December, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Macouria.
Macouria receives approximately 114 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Macouria.
The least favorable months to visit Macouria are June, July, August, October, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Macouria is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Macouria is 85%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Macouria are 16 km/h (10 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 20 km/h (12 mph) (gusts up to 38 km/h / 23 mph).
Macouria averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 73%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Macouria is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Macouria has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Macouria ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 34°C (93°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Macouria, with a climate score of 2.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Macouria, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 29°C (84°F) and 29 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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