When is the best time to go to Paramaribo?

When is the best time to go to Paramaribo? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Paramaribo are January, March, August, September, October and November
  • On average, the warmest months are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December
  • The rainiest months are May and June
  • The sea temperature is suitable for swimming all year round


Annual weather in Paramaribo

For full information about the climate and weather in Paramaribo a specific month, click on the corresponding line below:

Month
January 76°F/85°F
7.5in
February 77°F/85°F
8.5in
March 77°F/85°F
7.4in
April 77°F/85°F
10.2in
May 77°F/85°F
14.3in
June 77°F/86°F
12in
July 77°F/86°F
8.8in
August 77°F/90°F
6.7in
September 77°F/90°F
3.8in
October 77°F/90°F
4.2in
November 77°F/88°F
6.9in
December 77°F/86°F
10.2in


Weather and climate in Paramaribo

Paramaribo enjoys an equatorial (or tropical rainforest) climate in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Paramaribo is 86°F (ranging from 85°F in february to 90°F in september). Annual rainfall is 100in, with a minimum of 3.8in in september and a maximum of 14.3in in may.
  • Between the months of january and april the climate is just OK. It is for example 85°F as maximum temperature in april and it rains about 10.2in each month.
  • Between the months of may and june the climate is very unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 83°F and it rains about 59% of the time in june.
  • From july to november the climate is unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 83°F and, in november, 12 days of rain are expected.
  • In december the climate is passable, but still OK. The temperature rises to 86°F and you can expect to have 10.2in of rainfall/month during this period.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Paramaribo

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Paramaribo: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, sea temperature, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Sea temperature

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Paramaribo

Find out when Paramaribo has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Paramaribo

  • Very low season in Paramaribo
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, June, September, October and November.
  • Low season in Paramaribo
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: April and May.
  • High season in Paramaribo
    The number of visitors to Paramaribo is high in: July and December.
  • Peak season in Paramaribo
    The largest number of tourists visiting Paramaribo is during: August.

Figure: Visitor index for Paramaribo month by month



Best time for low prices in Paramaribo

Average prices of hotels in Paramaribo month by month

Generally, January is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Paramaribo. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, September is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price for flights to Paramaribo

A return flight between London and Paramaribo is generally cheaper if you go in may ($ 1237 on average): this is the best time for travellers on a tight budget. In contrast, you may end up paying $ 482 more for your airline ticket to Paramaribo if you go in august.

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Average price of hiring a car in Paramaribo

On average, it costs $ 59 per day to hire a car in Paramaribo. This price varies by $ 15 depending on the month. In november, hiring a car costs an average of $ 53 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in july is $ 68.

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