Georgetown Weather in March

March weather

Georgetown stays warm in March, with highs around 28°C and little change after dark. Humidity is high, and rain falls on about half the days, often making afternoons feel sticky. There's still some sunshine, but clouds can interrupt it.

You can visit Stabroek Market, see the wooden St George's Cathedral, or take a stroll along the seawall between showers. March is less rainy than April, but wet paths can make a long walk through the Botanical Gardens less pleasant. Keep indoor sights such as the National Museum for a rainy spell.

Festivals and holidays

Phagwah, the Hindu festival of colours, often falls in March, though its date changes each year. In Georgetown, celebrations can include music and coloured powder. Wear clothes you don't mind getting stained if you join in, and keep phones tucked away.

If you hate crowds, avoid the main celebration areas while events are under way. March comes after Mashramani, Guyana's Republic Day festivities in February, so the city may feel calmer than around that holiday. Crowd levels and room prices vary, though; there's no fixed March bargain.

Getting around

Travelling with kids? A short visit to the Botanical Gardens can work well between showers, but muddy paths may be harder with a stroller.

For a practical stop, try pepperpot, a slow-cooked meat stew often served with bread or rice. It's a Guyanese dish you can find in Georgetown, and a good choice when rain sends you indoors. If you're heading to Stabroek Market, ask locally about current taxi routes rather than assuming every driver will take the same route. The market's busy streets can be awkward to cross when traffic and rain mix.