Paramaribo, Suriname experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 21 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 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.
Paramaribo, Suriname Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Paramaribo, Suriname. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Oct 
Wetter season: Apr–Dec At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.1/10
Best: January, February, March
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 25°C
Feels Like 34°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 21
Rainfall 183 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 83%
Wind Speed 14 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
31°C
October
Avg Low25°C
Rain15days
Coldest Month
24°C
January
Avg High28°C
Rain17days
Driest Month
13days
September
Avg High31°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
18 km/h
February (Gusts 39)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 31°C
Warmest water: August (
31°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding July, August, October, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:29
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:56
Live conditions—
Paramaribo on the map · live conditions
Paramaribo, Suriname
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- Suriname
- City
- Paramaribo
- Population
- 223.8K
- Coordinates
- 5.87°, -55.17°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 23 days/mo
1/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 16 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 19 days/mo
2/3 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 / 24°C . Feb: 28°C / 24°C . Mar: 28°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 28°C / 25°C . Jun: 28°C / 24°C . Jul: 29°C / 24°C . Aug: 30°C / 25°C . Sep: 31°C / 25°C . Oct: 31°C / 25°C . Nov: 30°C / 25°C . Dec: 28°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 153 mm. Feb: 117 mm. Mar: 91 mm. Apr: 216 mm. May: 361 mm. Jun: 376 mm. Jul: 249 mm. Aug: 151 mm. Sep: 73 mm. Oct: 83 mm. Nov: 139 mm. Dec: 191 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 82%. Feb: 80%. Mar: 79%. Apr: 82%. May: 87%. Jun: 87%. Jul: 86%. Aug: 83%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 80%. Nov: 83%. Dec: 85%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 16 km/h . Feb: 18 km/h . Mar: 18 km/h . Apr: 16 km/h . May: 15 km/h . Jun: 12 km/h . Jul: 11 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 13 km/h . Oct: 14 km/h . Nov: 14 km/h . Dec: 15 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 9h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 9h. May: 9h. Jun: 9h. Jul: 10h. Aug: 11h. Sep: 11h. Oct: 11h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
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: 30°C . Jul: 30°C . Aug: 31°C . Sep: 31°C . Oct: 31°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 7. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. 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 7.
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 40 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Oct 2025 · 31°C | Oct · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jun 2025 · 24°C | Jan · 24°C |
| Wettest month | May 2025 · 531 mm | Jun · 376 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 17 km/h | Feb · 18 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Fair 
February best
Fair March best
Fair April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Poor October
Poor November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 24°C | 32°C / 28°C | 17days (153 mm) Wet | 9.9h Good | 82% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February best | 28°C / 24°C | 32°C / 28°C | 15days (117 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 80% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March best | 28°C / 25°C | 33°C / 28°C | 16days (91 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 33°C / 29°C | 23days (216 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 82% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 25°C | 34°C / 29°C | 29days (361 mm) Wet | 8.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 29days (376 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 28days (249 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 29°C | 20days (151 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 13days (73 mm) Wet | 10.9h Excellent | 81% Humid | 9 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| October | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 15days (83 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 21days (139 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 83% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 29°C | 24days (191 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 85% Humid | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Paramaribo are January, February, March, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Paramaribo, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Paramaribo is October, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Paramaribo is January, with average overnight lows of 24°C (75°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Paramaribo is June, averaging 376mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Paramaribo runs through May, June, July, December, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Paramaribo.
Paramaribo receives approximately 119 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is September with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Paramaribo.
The least favorable months to visit Paramaribo are July, August, October, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, February, March instead.
The annual average UV index in Paramaribo is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Paramaribo is 83%, 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 Paramaribo are 14 km/h (9 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 18 km/h (11 mph) (gusts up to 39 km/h / 24 mph).
Paramaribo averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 68%. The clearest skies occur in September.
The annual average dew point in Paramaribo is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Paramaribo 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 Paramaribo ranges from 29°C (84°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 Paramaribo, with a climate score of 3.2/10. Consider visiting during January, February, March instead for better conditions.
For June in Paramaribo, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (83°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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