Guyana Travel Guide
Guyana travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 82°F (28°C) in Guyana with overcast. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 81°F to 88°F. Chance of precipitation is 80%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.3/10 - 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 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Guyana today at 8.9/10. 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.
Map of Guyana
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 6°48′4.7″N 58°9′18.4″W (6.8013, -58.1551)
Weather in Guyana right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 4:53 AM, Aug 23 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 88° / 81°
Light drizzle · 80% rain · wind 12 mph
🌧️ 87° / 81°
Heavy drizzle · 97% rain · wind 10 mph
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 | 4:53 AM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | February, March, August, September and October |
| Climate | Tropical |
Best time to visit Guyana
Go in February, March, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: May, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 6 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Insect repellent and quick-dry fabrics for humidity
- If your dates are flexible, avoid May, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 82°F (28°C) with overcast. Humidity is 82% 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 4:53 AM.
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 23, 2026 at 4:53 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
