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What to pack for Georgetown, Guyana: packing list by month

Pick your month for the weather and what to wear, then tick off the checklist. Written for Canadians flying to Georgetown.

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Stabroek Market and its clock tower in Georgetown, Guyana, in black and white
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Pack light clothes, rain gear and insect repellent: Georgetown is 30–31°C all year, with two rainy seasons, roughly May to July and November to January.

Georgetown is the kind of place where the weather makes the packing decisions for you: hot, humid and wet, often all in the same afternoon. Light, quick-dry clothes and a travel-size sunscreen do most of the work. Add a compact umbrella that can handle a tropical downpour and a good insect repellent with DEET or icaridin, and you've covered the two things that most often catch people out.

The other thing to plan for is power. Cuts are common, so a rechargeable headlamp and a charged 20,000 mAh power bank earn their space in the bag. And if you're visiting family, you already know the suitcase comes home heavier than it left: a luggage scale saves an argument at the check-in desk.

August to October is the driest stretch. Canadian plugs fit most sockets, but some are 220–240 V, so check your devices. Power cuts are common, so a flashlight and a charged power bank are worth packing.

WeatherHighs from 30°C (Jan) to 32°C (Oct); rainiest November to February and May to August
PlugType A, B, D, G, 110 V or 220–240 V
EntryCanadians don't need a visa for short tourist visits to Guyana.
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MonthHighLowRain daysWeather
January30°C23°C15Warm, rainy
February30°C23°C12Warm, rainy
March31°C22°C10Hot, showers
April30°C23°C11Hot, showers
May30°C24°C19Hot, rainy
June30°C23°C22Hot, rainy
July30°C22°C21Hot, rainy
August31°C23°C14Hot, rainy
September31°C23°C7Hot, showers
October32°C22°C8Hot, showers
November31°C23°C12Hot, rainy
December30°C23°C19Hot, rainy

Monthly averages for Georgetown (Botanical Gardens), from the city's climate table.

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Plug type A, B, D, G

EPICKA universal travel adapter

SpecsTypes A, C, G and I, with USB ports

Doesn't fit Type D sockets (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka): pack a Type D adapter too.

Why we picked it
  • Some sockets take our plugs, but bring a universal adapter to be safe.
  • Phone and laptop chargers labelled 100–240 V work with just an adapter
  • Plug guide for Guyana
Find it on Amazon.ca
Rain

Compact travel umbrella

Look forUnder 350 g, folds to about 25 cm, wind-resistant frame

Why we picked it
  • Fits a day bag or the side pocket of a carry-on
  • A wind-resistant frame survives tropical downpours
  • Dries quickly in its own sleeve
See options on Amazon.ca
Mosquitoes

Insect repellent with DEET or icaridin

Look forTravel size, 100 ml or less

Why we picked it
  • Mosquitoes spread dengue in many tropical countries, so use repellent day and evening
  • DEET or icaridin are the ingredients most health agencies recommend
  • 100 ml or less fits your carry-on
See options on Amazon.ca
Power cuts

Rechargeable headlamp or flashlight

Look forUSB-C rechargeable, 200+ lumens

Why we picked it
  • Power cuts are common in Georgetown, says the Government of Canada
  • A headlamp keeps your hands free
  • Recharge it from your power bank
See options on Amazon.ca
Power

Anker Power Bank (20K, 30W)

Specs20,000 mAh (about 74 Wh at 3.7 V), USB-C, up to 30 W

Under the 100 Wh limit, so no airline approval needed.

Why we picked it
  • Keeps your phone alive for maps and translation apps
  • Allowed in your carry-on, never in checked bags
  • At most 2 on international flights since March 2026
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Sun

Travel-size sunscreen, SPF 50

Look for100 ml or less, so it can go in your carry-on

Why we picked it
  • Strong sun near the equator burns fast, even on cloudy days
  • 100 ml or less fits the carry-on liquids rule
  • Water-resistant if you'll swim
See options on Amazon.ca
Gifts

Etekcity digital luggage scale

SpecsWeighs up to 50 kg (Etekcity)

Why we picked it
  • Family trips usually mean heavy bags of gifts
  • Most economy fares allow 23 kg (50 lb) per checked bag
  • Weigh again before the flight home
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Questions

Common questions

What should I pack for Georgetown, Guyana in January?

Warm, rainy: highs around 30°C, lows around 23°C, and rain on about 15 days. Pack light clothes and a thin layer for air conditioning, compact umbrella or rain jacket and quick-dry clothes and sandals that can get wet.

What should I wear in Georgetown, Guyana in October?

Hot, showers: highs around 32°C, lows around 22°C, and rain on about 8 days. Pack light, breathable clothes (cotton or linen), sun hat and SPF 30+ sunscreen and a refillable water bottle.

Do I need a plug adapter for Georgetown, Guyana?

Usually. Guyana uses Type A, B, D, G plugs at 110 V or 220–240 V. Some sockets take our plugs, but bring a universal adapter to be safe.

When is the rainy season in Georgetown, Guyana?

Rain is most frequent from November to February and May to August, with rain on 12–22 days a month on average, and the heaviest rain in June.

Do Canadians need a visa for Guyana?

Canadians don't need a visa for short tourist visits to Guyana.

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