Cayenne Weather in May
French Guiana · May climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (82°F)
Avg low25°C (77°F)
Rainfall501 mm (19.7 in)
RatingPoor 2.9/10
Cayenne in May sees daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), dropping to about 25°C (77°F) at night. The month is very wet, with about 501 mm (19.7 in) of rain spread over 29 days, making it the wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 89%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.2 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is May a good time to visit Cayenne?
May is not the best time to visit Cayenne (2.9/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in September and October.
May weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (82°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 25°C (77°F) |
| Daily mean | 26°C (79°F) |
| Rainfall | 501 mm (19.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 29 |
| Humidity | 89% |
| Cloud cover | 80% |
| Daylight | 12.2 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 2.7 hours/day |
| Wind | 7 km/h |
| vs April | About as warm as April, with 126 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Cayenne in May
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Cayenne weather in other months
Jan28°C / 25°C314 mmPoorFeb28°C / 25°C301 mmPoorMar28°C / 25°C261 mmPoorApr28°C / 25°C375 mmPoorMay28°C / 25°C501 mmPoorJun28°C / 25°C297 mmPoorJul28°C / 25°C225 mmPoorAug29°C / 25°C112 mmPoorSep29°C / 25°C51 mmGoodOct30°C / 25°C57 mmGoodNov30°C / 25°C121 mmPoorDec28°C / 25°C328 mmPoor
← AprilBest time to visit CayenneJune →
Better weather in May nearby
- Lima26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Cordoba22°C · 21 mm · Excellent
- Callao26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Arequipa25°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sucre21°C · 12 mm · Excellent
- Santiago22°C · 28 mm · Excellent
Nearby in May
- Paramaribo28°C · 308 mm
- Georgetown28°C · 308 mm
- Belem29°C · 291 mm
- Port of Spain31°C · 125 mm
- Bridgetown28°C · 49 mm
- Manaus28°C · 201 mm
Where else is good in May? See where to go in May.