The climate matches Georgetown’s, with two rainy seasons and constant warmth. The road is paved and open all year, so timing is a matter of comfort and festivals rather than access.
Season by season
February to April: dry season
The best weather for the beach and for boat trips, with Phagwah in March and kite flying at Easter.
May to mid-August: long rains
Heavy showers and green rice fields. Low-lying areas can flood after prolonged rain.
Mid-August to November: second dry season
Hot and dry; the second rice crop is harvested and Diwali lights the villages.
December and January: short rains
Showery and festive, with many families visiting from abroad.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | For a visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29 °C | 24 °C | Wet | Mixed |
| February | 29 °C | 24 °C | Showers | Best |
| March | 30 °C | 24 °C | Showers | Best |
| April | 30 °C | 25 °C | Showers | Best |
| May | 30 °C | 25 °C | Very wet | Mixed |
| June | 30 °C | 24 °C | Very wet | Mixed |
| July | 30 °C | 24 °C | Very wet | Mixed |
| August | 31 °C | 24 °C | Wet | Good |
| September | 31 °C | 25 °C | Dry | Best |
| October | 31 °C | 25 °C | Dry | Best |
| November | 30 °C | 24 °C | Showers | Good |
| December | 29 °C | 24 °C | Very wet | Mixed |
Temperatures are rounded approximations for the area and the rain and rating columns describe a typical year; the rains regularly arrive early or late, so treat this as a guide only.
Festivals & events
- MarchPhagwah
Celebrated with particular enthusiasm in the Hindu villages of the Corentyne. - Easter MondayKites and beach day
Huge crowds fly kites on No. 63 Beach. - October or NovemberDiwali
Rows of clay lamps outside homes and temples along the whole coast. - 5 MayArrival Day
Commemorates the arrival of indentured labourers from India and elsewhere, with cultural programmes.
Visitor numbers & booking ahead
Visitors are few at any time. No. 63 Beach is packed on Easter Monday and other public holidays and deserted on working days. The Suriname ferry is busiest before Christmas, Easter and the August holidays — reserve transport and arrive early at those times.
