January · Guyana
Best time to visit Kaieteur Falls in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kaieteur Falls in January
Average temperature 22°C, 185 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
5.9/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 22°C
- Rainfall
- 185 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Kaieteur Falls scores 5.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 22°C, 185 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kaieteur Falls drops roughly 225 metres from the Potaro River inside Guyana's oldest national park, surrounded by remote Guiana Shield rainforest.
January in Kaieteur Falls — workable with trade-offs
January averages 22°C (72°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 185 mm — wet for this destination — but about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 5.9/10 here, 3rd of 12 months, against 6.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kaieteur Falls in January?
- In January, Kaieteur Falls averages 22°C, 185 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Kaieteur Falls?
- January earns a 5.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kaieteur Falls in January?
- Expect about 185 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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