Climate of Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, Guyana
Area-weighted average across Essequibo Islands-West Demerara. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, a subdivision of Guyana, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 26.2°C / 79.2°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in October, with rainfall from 87 mm / 3.4 in to 310 mm / 12.2 in depending on the season (2060 mm / 81.1 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.2°C79.2°F | 172 mm6.8″ | Tropical |
| February | 26.2°C79.2°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
| March | 26.6°C79.9°F | 114 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| April | 26.8°C80.2°F | 154 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.8°C80.2°F | 293 mm11.5″ | Tropical |
| June | 26.7°C80.1°F | 310 mm12.2″ | Tropical |
| July | 26.7°C80.1°F | 230 mm9.1″ | Tropical |
| August | 27.2°C81°F | 191 mm7.5″ | Tropical |
| September | 27.6°C81.7°F | 87 mm3.4″ | Tropical |
| October | 27.7°C81.9°F | 97 mm3.8″ | Tropical |
| November | 27.5°C81.5°F | 122 mm4.8″ | Tropical |
| December | 26.7°C80.1°F | 200 mm7.9″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Essequibo Islands-West Demerara?
Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, Guyana does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is October at 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is September at 87 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Essequibo Islands-West Demerara?
Essequibo Islands-West Demerara, Guyana has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 26.2°C / 79.2°F in January to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 2060 mm / 81.1 in, with the wettest month being June (310 mm / 12.2 in) and the driest September (87 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara?
The hottest month in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 27.7°C / 81.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara?
The coldest month in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.2°C / 79.2°F.
When does it rain most in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara?
The wettest month in Essequibo Islands-West Demerara is June, averaging about 310 mm / 12.2 in of rainfall. The driest is September with about 87 mm / 3.4 in.