The climate of Koriabo
Situated in
Guyana,
Koriabo features a climate classified by the Köppen system as Af, also known as a Tropical Rainforest climate. This indicates consistent, abundant rainfall and high temperatures throughout the year. The difference in temperature from the coldest month to the hottest tends to be less than 3°C (37.4°F). The high temperatures fluctuate from 28.7°C (83.7°F) to 31.5°C (88.7°F), while the low figures range between 22.6°C (72.7°F) and 24.7°C (76.5°F). Relatively stable and high, the humidity level stays within the confines of 78% to 83% annually.
Rainfall exhibits a clear pattern with the highest precipitation of 191mm (7.52") in
July and the least, 53mm (2.09"), in
March. There is a fairly high number of rainy days, remaining constant from 22.1 days to 29.8 days annually. The region experiences a uniform amount of daylight hours, from 11.7 hours to 12.6 hours. Sunlight is reasonably distributed throughout the months with a maximum of 10.9 hours in
August and a minimum of 6.4 hours in
December.
A unique feature of Koriabo's climate is the relatively consistent weather conditions throughout the year. The cloud coverage percentage shows minor fluctuations, between 27% and 48%, which contribute to the prevailing monotony in weather patterns. The average wind speed does not show any drastic variations, remaining within the range of 8.2km/h (5.1mph) to 11.5km/h (7.1mph).
The best time to visit Koriabo
Given that
Koriabo experiences a uniform climate throughout the year, determining the best time to visit relies heavily on specific preferences. For those seeking fewer rainy days,
March to
April offers a slightly reduced number of days with rain. However, this period still sees an average of 22 rainy days. For the highest amount of sunshine, visiting during
August when it reports up to 10.9 hours of sunlight per day would be optimal.
The worst time to visit Koriabo
Koriabo has a fairly consistent rainfall pattern throughout the year. Nonetheless, if aiming to avoid peak rainfalls,
July should be excluded from the itinerary as it sees the highest rainfall of 191mm (7.52"). Furthermore, this month also has the highest number of rainy days at 29.8. In terms of sunshine,
December has the least number of sunlit hours at 6.4 hours per day.
Spring weather in Koriabo
Being within the tropics,
Koriabo does not experience distinct seasons like Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter. However, for the sake of comparison, the months
March to
May feature temperatures from 29.5°C (85.1°F) to 30.1°C (86.2°F) during daytime and drop to 22.9°C (73.2°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F) at night. Rainfall levels see an increase from 53mm (2.09") in March to 105mm (4.13") in May.
Summer weather in Koriabo
During the Summer months of
June to
August, the temperature ranges from 29.5°C (85.1°F) to 31.3°C (88.3°F), whereas night time temperatures oscillate between 23.9°C (75°F) to 23.8°C (74.8°F). Rainfall experiences a considerable spike in these months, hitting a high of 191mm (7.52") in
July. This period also reports a maximum of 12.6 daylight hours in June, decreasing slightly to 12.4 hours by August.
Autumn weather in Koriabo
In the months akin to Autumn,
September to
November, temperatures are quite stable. Daytime highs hover from 31.5°C (88.7°F) to 30.1°C (86.2°F), while nightfall brings a slight drop in temperature from 24.4°C (75.9°F) to 24.3°C (75.7°F). Rainfall is at a moderate level during these months, from 92mm (3.62") in September to 170mm (6.69") in November.
Winter weather in Koriabo
In the Winter-equivalent months of
December to
February,
Koriabo has daytime temperatures between 29°C (84.2°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F), while night temperatures lower to between 23.4°C (74.1°F) and 22.6°C (72.7°F). The rainfall in these months is moderately high, with December receiving 150mm (5.91"),
January 84mm (3.31"), and February 63mm (2.48"). The daylight hours during this period range from 11.7 to 11.9 hours.
Weather in January
As the year opens in
Koriabo,
Guyana, expect balmy climatic circumstances, a general warm demeanor below hovering overcast skies, and rainy sessions. Typically,
January sees the city at its windiest times, with gusts peaking at 16.2km/h (10.1mph).
Weather in January »Weather in February
February brings slight modifications in the climatic conditions of
Koriabo. The month generally observes a decrease in rainfall compared to
January, yet retains a high humidity level, hence maintaining the familiar damp conditions.
Weather in February » Weather in March
The transition from
February to
March brings subtle alterations. Sunshine hours increment slightly, indicating a gradual transition into sunny days. Evoking the tropical charm of
Koriabo, gusts in March average at 17.2km/h (10.7mph).
Weather in March »
Weather in April
April appears to be a month of heightened thermometric readings in
Koriabo with temperatures soaring to an average high of 30°C (86°F). While the barometer readings do not dramatically fall, they exhibit a minor tilt towards the lower end, settling at 1012.5mb.
Weather in April » Weather in May
May symbolizes a transition towards the wettest period of the year, carrying from
April's high temperature. Light rainfall measuring up to 105mm (4.13") becomes a common occurrence throughout every day. The increased cloud cover and drizzle contribute to dropping temperatures slightly, enriching the city's green canopy.
Weather in May » Weather in June
June marks an increase in rainfall with 155mm (6.1") precipitated, making it one of
Koriabo's wettest months. However, temperatures remain relatively stable with tiny alterations from
May. The wind speed reduces to a soothing 10.3km/h (6.4mph), gliding moisture across the cityscape.
Weather in June »
Weather in July
Transitioning into
July,
Koriabo witnesses its peak rainfall for the year, boasting 191mm (7.52") over approximately thirty days. Winding down from
June's surge, the wind speeds further reduce, averaging around 9km/h (5.6mph). The showers continue to dictate the tempo of life, thus maintaining the city's intense relative humidity at 83%.
Weather in July »Weather in August
August is a transitional month in the tropical city of
Koriabo as the rainfall gradually decreases to 152mm (5.98"). On the other hand, the temperatures lean towards their annual highs, with the peak values hitting 31.3°C (88.3°F).
Weather in August » Weather in September
September brings a hint of seasonal change, claiming the least cloudy month title as cloud cover drops significantly to 27%. Despite the decrease in rainfall to 92mm (3.62"), the humidity levels remain high, maintaining the moist environment that
Koriabo is accustomed to.
Weather in September »
Weather in October
The arrival of
October in
Koriabo signals another wet spell as the volume of rainfall increases to 116mm (4.57") compared to
September. Paralleling the rain, temperatures remain comfortably warm during the day, facilitating a delightful ambience.
Weather in October »Weather in November
With its mix of warm temperatures, high humidity, and significant rainfall,
November exemplifies
Koriabo's tropical climate. Notably, another rise in rainfall to 170mm (6.69") indicates a consistent damp environment in the city.
Weather in November »Weather in December
Rounding out the year,
Koriabo welcomes
December with a slight decrease in temperatures and high relative humidity at 83%. Stepping down from
November's surge, the rainfall registers at 150mm (5.91"), characterizing a balance between rain and shine.
Weather in December »