Parliament Building
The Parliament Building is a parliament building located in Georgetown, Guyana. Constructed in 1834, this structure is an example of Renaissance Revival architecture and ranks as one of the most looked-up sights in the country.
Planning a visit
The Parliament Building is located on Hadfield Street in Georgetown. To reach the city, travelers can fly into Eugene F. Correia International Airport, which is 7 km away, or Cheddi Jagan International Airport, located 36 km from the city. The site is situated 2 km from the center of Georgetown. When planning your trip, consider the local climate. The city experiences consistent average temperatures between 25 °C and 27 °C throughout the year. Rainfall varies significantly, with the driest months being September and October, both receiving about 90 mm of rain, compared to wetter months like May and June, which see up to 300 mm of rain.
Visitors can combine a trip to the Parliament Building with nearby landmarks. Stabroek Market is located 0.2 km away, and St. George's Cathedral is 0.6 km away.
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 this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
