Geography of Guyana
Geography of Guyana: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Guyana
Suriname is 213 mi to the east, Trinidad and Tobago is 351 mi to the north-west, Barbados is 447 mi to the north and Saint Lucia is 527 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 6°48′4.7″N 58°9′18.4″W (6.8013, -58.1551)
Quick facts about Guyana
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | South America |
| Continent | South America |
| Coordinates | 6°48′4.7″N 58°9′18.4″W (6.8013, -58.1551) |
| Capital | Georgetown |
| Population | 810.000 |
| Area | 83.000 sq mi |
| ISO code | GY |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | GUY |
| Currency | Guyanese dollar (GYD) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +592 |
| Time zone | America/Guyana |
| Local time | 5:52 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | February, March, August, September and October |
| Climate | Tropical |
Summary
Guyana is a country in South America. Guyana is a country in South America with its capital at Georgetown. It has a population of about 810.000. The capital is Georgetown.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Guyana with clear. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 81°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 82%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Guyana is February, March, August, September and October. The climate is tropical. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. September is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while June is the coldest with lows near 75°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 88°F is in line with the 87°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Guyana today at 8.1/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Guyana month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 84° | 76° | 6,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 84° | 76° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 85° | 77° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 85° | 77° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 84° | 76° | 16,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 84° | 75° | 14,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 85° | 76° | 10,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 87° | 77° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 89° | 79° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 89° | 79° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 87° | 78° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 85° | 76° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Tropical. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Guyana?
Guyana is a country in South America. Its coordinates are 6.8013, -58.1551. It lies in South America.
What is the weather like in Guyana right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 85% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Guyana?
February, March, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Guyana, which has a tropical climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Guyana in?
Guyana observes America/Guyana (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:52 PM.
How many people live in Guyana?
Guyana has a population of approximately 810.000.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 5:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
