AI-generatedNew Amsterdam at a glance
- Best time
- Aug – Apr
- Warmest month
- Sep · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Sep · 29.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,440 h
- Rain a year
- 2,530 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Elevation
- 1 m
Climate in New Amsterdam
New Amsterdam has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. September is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 29 °C. With around 2,440 hours of sunshine a year, New Amsterdam is sunny; August is the sunniest month with 8.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit New Amsterdam
The best time to visit New Amsterdam is from August to April. The sea reaches 29.1 °C in September, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from May to July; the wettest month is June with 393 mm.
New Amsterdam through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
New Amsterdam in the dry season
Aug – Apr
Good
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 194 rainy days in all
New Amsterdam in the rainy season
May – Jul
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 87 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Jul
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: August – April
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 28°
- Midday, 13:00: about 31°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:3617:35
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:23–06:04 · evening 17:08–17:48
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:15–05:23 · evening 17:48–17:56
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in New Amsterdam compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 31° from start to end.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 24° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 11.9 h |
What is the weather like in New Amsterdam in October?
In October, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 104 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 0 min05:36 – 17:35
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 17 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 56 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 29 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC−4offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %97 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %85 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %4 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in New Amsterdam
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and September bring similar holiday weather to New Amsterdam (score 77 and 78). Daytime highs are about the same. The sea is about as warm in both months.
| Month | October | September |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 78 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 25° |
| Sea | 29.0° | 29.1° |
| Sunshine | 8.1 h | 8.0 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 17 |
| Rainfall | 104 mm | 87 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
New Amsterdam month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
71January29° · Sea 27° · 6.2 h
In January, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 201 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in January72February29° · Sea 27° · 6.5 h
In February, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 150 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in February72March30° · Sea 27° · 6.5 h
In March, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 20 days, adding up to 122 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in March71April30° · Sea 27° · 6.2 h
In April, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 22 days, adding up to 197 mm. On about 14 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in April68May30° · Sea 28° · 5.3 h
In May, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 384 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in May68June30° · Sea 28° · 5.5 h
In June, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 393 mm. On about 12 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in June73July30° · Sea 29° · 6.9 h
In July, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 292 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in July77August31° · Sea 29° · 8.2 h
In August, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 164 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in August78September31° · Sea 29° · 8.0 h
In September, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.1 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 87 mm. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in September77October31° · Sea 29° · 8.1 h
In October, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 104 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in October75November30° · Sea 29° · 7.6 h
In November, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.6 hours a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 183 mm. On about 19 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in November68December29° · Sea 28° · 5.3 h
In December, New Amsterdam is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 253 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in New Amsterdam.
New Amsterdam in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in New Amsterdam
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 24°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (23°), the warmest in September (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 71 | 29° | 24° | 27.0° | 6.2 h | 24 | 201 |
| FebruaryFeb | 72 | 29° | 24° | 26.9° | 6.5 h | 20 | 150 |
| MarchMar | 72 | 30° | 24° | 27.0° | 6.5 h | 20 | 122 |
| AprilApr | 71 | 30° | 24° | 27.4° | 6.2 h | 22 | 197 |
| MayMay | 68 | 30° | 24° | 27.6° | 5.3 h | 29 | 384 |
| JuneJun | 68 | 30° | 23° | 27.9° | 5.5 h | 29 | 393 |
| JulyJul | 73 | 30° | 23° | 28.5° | 6.9 h | 30 | 292 |
| AugustAug | 77 | 31° | 24° | 28.9° | 8.2 h | 24 | 164 |
| SeptemberSep | 78 | 31° | 25° | 29.1° | 8.0 h | 17 | 87 |
| OctoberOct | 77 | 31° | 24° | 29.0° | 8.1 h | 17 | 104 |
| NovemberNov | 75 | 30° | 24° | 28.5° | 7.6 h | 23 | 183 |
| DecemberDec | 68 | 29° | 24° | 27.7° | 5.3 h | 27 | 253 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in New Amsterdam
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 28.6 – 29.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in New Amsterdam ranges from 26.9 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in September, eight out of ten years were between 28.5 and 29.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.0° | 26.7° | 27.6° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 26.9° | 26.4° | 27.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 27.0° | 26.5° | 27.6° | warm |
| AprilApr | 27.4° | 26.8° | 27.9° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.6° | 27.1° | 28.3° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.9° | 27.4° | 28.5° | warm |
| JulyJul | 28.5° | 27.9° | 29.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.9° | 28.5° | 29.4° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 29.1° | 28.5° | 29.6° | very warm |
| OctoberOct | 29.0° | 28.6° | 29.2° | very warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.5° | 28.1° | 29.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.7° | 27.0° | 28.2° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in New Amsterdam
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 8.1 of 12.0 hours of daylight in New Amsterdam, 68 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 0 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in New Amsterdam: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, New Amsterdam has about 17 rainy days with 104 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in New Amsterdam
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in New Amsterdam
How breezy and how cloudy New Amsterdam is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in New Amsterdam typically peaks at 17 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting: Feb – Mar.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 56 % of the sky over New Amsterdam: variable cloud, with about 8.1 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in New Amsterdam
How often the day gets hot in New Amsterdam (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, New Amsterdam has about 29 hot days, with an average daytime high of 31 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to New Amsterdam
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
New Amsterdam in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
New Amsterdam has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 77) and its weakest during May half-term (score 68).
- 71
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 22 rainy days a month
- 68
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 76
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 77
October half-term
Oct
GoodBest holidays
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
- 70
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 9 h 15 min
- Distance
- 7,230 km
- Time zone
- UTC−4
- Jet lag
- About 3 days (5 h west)
Rule of thumb for flying west: for a few days before, stay up a little later, and get afternoon and evening light at your destination.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Guyana
- Currency
- Guyanaese Dollar (GYD)
- Language
- English
- Sockets
- Type A, B, D, G · 240 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +592
- Emergency number
- 911 · 999
UK plugs fit
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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New Amsterdam vs Georgetown
In October New Amsterdam has the better holiday weather (score 77 vs 72). During the day Georgetown is 1 °C warmer than New Amsterdam. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | New Amsterdam | Georgetown |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 77 | 72 |
| Daytime high | 31° | 32° |
| Sea | 29° | 29° |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 20 |
| Best time | Aug – Apr | Apr, Jul – Aug, Dec – Feb |
Through the year
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In October, New Amsterdam ranks 1 of 2 destinations in this country.
- New AmsterdamThis page31°29°77
- 2Georgetown32°29°37
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Frequently asked questions about New Amsterdam
When is the best time to visit New Amsterdam?
The best time to visit New Amsterdam is from August to April. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in New Amsterdam?
The sea temperature in New Amsterdam ranges from 26.9 °C in February to 29.1 °C in September. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in New Amsterdam in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath.
What is the warmest month in New Amsterdam?
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. January is the coolest month at 29 °C.
When does it rain most in New Amsterdam?
The rainy season is from May to July; the wettest month is June with 393 mm. The driest month is September with 87 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does New Amsterdam get?
New Amsterdam gets around 2,440 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is August with 8.2 hours a day; in May there are 5.3 hours a day.
What time zone is New Amsterdam in?
New Amsterdam is on UTC−4 all year.
How long is the flight from London to New Amsterdam?
A nonstop flight from London to New Amsterdam takes about 9 h 15 min, for a straight-line distance of about 7,230 km.
Which school holidays are best for New Amsterdam?
New Amsterdam has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 77) and its weakest during May half-term (score 68). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 71, May half-term 68, summer holidays 76, October half-term 77, Christmas holidays 70.