Paramaribo, Suriname Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Paramaribo
Located in Suriname, Paramaribo experiences a tropical rainforest climate with steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month. Afternoon temperatures peak near 89°F (31°C) in October and dip to about 83°F (28°C) in January, with around 81.9 inches (2081 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: October - highs near 89°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: January - highs near 83°F (28°C)
- Record high: 96°F (36°C) · Record low: 71°F (22°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: June (30 rainy days) · Sunniest: September (11.1 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical rainforest - steady heat, high humidity and frequent downpours in every month
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on October. Highs average 89°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 77°F (25°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 83°F (28°C) and lows around 75°F (24°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 96°F (36°C) and dropped as low as 71°F (22°C).
Rain, sun and snow
June is usually the wettest month. It brings about 13.4 inches (341 mm) of rain over 30 days, while September is the driest. September brings the most sunshine, averaging 11.1 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 83° | 75° | 20 | 4.6 in | 10.7 h/day | 81% |
| February | 83° | 76° | 17 | 4.0 in | 10.4 h/day | 79% |
| March | 84° | 76° | 17 | 3.4 in | 10.6 h/day | 78% |
| April | 84° | 76° | 23 | 8.9 in | 9.5 h/day | 81% |
| May | 84° | 76° | 29 | 13.0 in | 8.9 h/day | 86% |
| June | 84° | 75° | 30 | 13.4 in | 9.2 h/day | 88% |
| July | 85° | 75° | 29 | 10.6 in | 10.4 h/day | 87% |
| August | 87° | 76° | 21 | 5.7 in | 11.0 h/day | 84% |
| September | 88° | 77° | 16 | 2.9 in | 11.1 h/day | 82% |
| October | 89° | 77° | 16 | 3.4 in | 10.8 h/day | 80% |
| November | 86° | 76° | 22 | 5.1 in | 10.4 h/day | 83% |
| December | 84° | 76° | 25 | 6.9 in | 10.0 h/day | 84% |
Paramaribo month by month
Paramaribo weather in January
January brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 20 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo weather in February
February brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 17 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in March
March brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 17 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in April
April brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 23 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in May
May brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 29 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in June
June brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 30 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo weather in July
July brings highs around 85°F (29°C), lows near 75°F (24°C), about 29 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in August
August brings highs around 87°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 21 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in September
September brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 16 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo weather in October
October brings highs around 89°F (31°C), lows near 77°F (25°C), about 16 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Paramaribo.
Paramaribo weather in November
November brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 76°F (25°C), about 22 wet days.
Paramaribo weather in December
December brings highs around 84°F (29°C), lows near 76°F (24°C), about 25 wet days.
Seasons in Paramaribo
March through May
March through May in Paramaribo is hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 76°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 69 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Paramaribo brings hot afternoons, with daytime highs averaging 85°F (30°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 80 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Paramaribo runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 88°F (31°C) and nights around 77°F (25°C); expect showers on roughly 54 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Paramaribo runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 75°F (24°C); expect showers on roughly 62 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Paramaribo
The best time to visit Paramaribo is generally January to June, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 84°F (29°C).
Pack for Paramaribo with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - October nights average 77°F (25°C).
Paramaribo temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.