Climate of Sipaliwini, Suriname
Area-weighted average across Sipaliwini. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Sipaliwini, a subdivision of Suriname, has a tropical climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in October, with rainfall from 60 mm / 2.4 in to 357 mm / 14.1 in depending on the season (2181 mm / 85.9 in total across the year).
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.2°C77.4°F | 183 mm7.2″ | Tropical |
| February | 25.2°C77.4°F | 154 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 25.5°C77.9°F | 193 mm7.6″ | Tropical |
| April | 25.8°C78.4°F | 236 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 25.8°C78.4°F | 357 mm14.1″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.7°C78.3°F | 307 mm12.1″ | Tropical |
| July | 25.8°C78.4°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| August | 26.4°C79.5°F | 156 mm6.1″ | Tropical |
| September | 26.9°C80.4°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| October | 27°C80.6°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| November | 26.7°C80.1°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| December | 25.7°C78.3°F | 140 mm5.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sipaliwini?
Sipaliwini, Suriname does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is October at 27°C / 80.6°F, and the driest is October at 60 mm / 2.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Sipaliwini?
Sipaliwini, Suriname has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 25.2°C / 77.4°F in January to 27°C / 80.6°F in October. Annual rainfall averages about 2181 mm / 85.9 in, with the wettest month being May (357 mm / 14.1 in) and the driest October (60 mm / 2.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Sipaliwini?
The hottest month in Sipaliwini is October, with an area-wide average temperature of 27°C / 80.6°F.
What is the coldest month in Sipaliwini?
The coldest month in Sipaliwini is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 25.2°C / 77.4°F.
When does it rain most in Sipaliwini?
The wettest month in Sipaliwini is May, averaging about 357 mm / 14.1 in of rainfall. The driest is October with about 60 mm / 2.4 in.