Georgetown
Capital of Guyana
Georgetown is the capital of Guyana, with a population of 235,017 in 2024. Visitors come to see local landmarks including St. George's Cathedral, the Parliament Building, and Stabroek Market.
What to see
The city features architectural and civic points of interest. Visitors can tour St. George's Cathedral and the Parliament Building, or visit the commercial stalls at Stabroek Market.
When to go
Average temperatures remain consistent at 25 °C to 27 °C throughout the year. Rainfall varies by month, with lower monthly rainfall totals in September at 91 mm on about 20 days and October at 90 mm on about 20 days, compared to heavier rains from May through July, where rainfall reaches 261 mm to 300 mm.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Eugene F. Correia International Airport in Ogle, located 5 km away. The main hub is Cheddi Jagan International Airport, located 36 km from Georgetown.
Top sights in Georgetown
Weather by month
Temperatures stay much the same all year, around 26 °C on average. The wettest is June, with about 300 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average temperature, °C | 25 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 27 | 26 |
| Rainfall, mm | 228 | 106 | 100 | 162 | 296 | 300 | 261 | 179 | 91 | 90 | 139 | 234 |
| Rainy days | 21 | 17 | 18 | 21 | 28 | 30 | 30 | 26 | 20 | 20 | 24 | 27 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Georgetown (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.