Paramaribo District weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Paramaribo District, Suriname. Like most weather services, we show Paramaribo District at one spot: Paramaribo, its largest city. At 6:30 PM local time it was cloudy and 29°C (83°F). Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Aug–Nov.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 95%
- Chance of rain
- 27%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Aug–NovOff season May–Jun
About Paramaribo weather
Is it raining in Paramaribo right now?
No. It’s cloudy and 29° right now. Light rain for 5 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 1.5 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Paramaribo this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 33–35° and lows of 25–26°. Rain is likely on 2 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday). The driest day looks like Wednesday.
Has it been raining in Paramaribo lately?
In the past 7 days, Paramaribo had 5 rainy days and 14.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Paramaribo?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Paramaribo District weather by month
When is the best time to visit Paramaribo District?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Paramaribo District is Aug–Nov, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jun tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 28°C (82°F) in June to 30°C (86°F) in October.
What is the rainiest month in Paramaribo District?
May is the wettest month, with about 286 mm (11.3 in) of rain on average. October is the driest, with about 51 mm (2.0 in).
What is the hottest month in Paramaribo District?
October is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (86°F) and lows of 26°C (78°F). June is the coolest, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F).
Does Paramaribo District have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–Jul, Dec is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Sep–Oct is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Paramaribo), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Paramaribo District
Weather can differ a lot within Paramaribo District: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paramaribo | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Blauwgrond | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Latour | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Rainville | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Flora | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Welgelegen | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Munder Buiten | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Beekhuizen | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Weg naar Zee | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |
| Tammenga | Aug–Nov | Apr–Jul, Dec | 28–30°C | 1,745 mm |