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Macouria, French Guiana
Guyane · French Guiana
Macouria is a small city in Guyane, French Guiana with a population of 8,773. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Macouria
Macouria is a commune of French Guiana located midway between Cayenne and Kourou, an overseas region and department of France located in South America. The seat of the commune is the settlement of Tonate, and so the commune is also known unofficially as Macouria-Tonate. The French Guiana Zoo is located in the commune.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,773 |
| Population Density | 51 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.9122°, -52.3743° |
| Timezone | America/Cayenne |
| Country | 🇬🇫 French Guiana |
| State / Province | Guyane |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 114.2 inches (2,900 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Macouria
Macouria is a small city in French Guiana (Guyane) with a population of 8,773. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 114.2 inches. The timezone is America/Cayenne.
Climate in Macouria
Macouria has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C (80°F). The hottest month is Sep (27.4°C), the coldest is Jan (26.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 3478 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.5°F |
| 45% above French Guiana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 142 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 173.0 sq mi (447.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 51/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.9122°N, 52.3743°W |
| Timezone | America/Cayenne |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 13.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 78°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 11.1 in | |
| April | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| May | 78°F (26°C) | 17.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 14.4 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 80°F (26°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 11.7 in |
Macouria has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 78°F in January to 80°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 114.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (17.6") and September the driest (2.5").
Schools in Macouria
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEP lycée des métiers du BTP et de la communication visuelle | - | - | - | - |
| Section d'enseignement général et professionnel adapté du collège Antoine Sylvère Felix | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Raymond Ribal | - | - | - | - |
| Accueil | - | - | - | - |
| École maternelle Raymond Ribal | - | - | - | - |
| École de la ZAC de Soula | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Lise Ophion | - | - | - | - |
| École élémentaire Edmé Courat | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Antoine-Sylvère Félix | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Polyvalent Balata | - | - | - | - |
| Groupe scolaire Yolaine Charlotte-Bolore | - | - | - | - |
| École Primaire Serge Adelson | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Macouria
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| chwitiweb | dub reggae, reggae | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Macouria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écomusée | ||||
| Herbier de Guyane | ||||
| Maison Félix Éboué | ||||
| Musée départemental Alexandre Franconie | ||||
| Musée des Cultures Guyanaises | ||||
| Musée des Cultures Guyanaises | ||||
| Musée Municipal | ||||
| Muzé du Nimport'Koi |
Libraries in Macouria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque Départementale Franconie | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Universitaire | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre de Documentation et d'Information | 0.0 | |||||
| Maison des cultures et des mémoires de la Guyane | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Municipale Jules Églantin | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque territoriale René Maran | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Macouria
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché agricole | |||||
| Marché de Cayenne | |||||
| Marché de Rémire-Montjoly | |||||
| Marché de Roura | |||||
| Marché de Tonate | |||||
| Marché des producteurs locaux |
Hotels in Macouria
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Macouria
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Macouria
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Macouria
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Macouria
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Macouria
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Macouria
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Macouria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie Guyanaise |
Stadiums & Teams in Macouria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Macouria
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport | CAY | Large Airport |
| Kourou Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ouanary Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Régina Airport | REI | Small Airport |
| Sinnamary Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Macouria
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Biblique Baptiste | |
| Église de la Miséricorde-Divine | |
| Église De Soula | |
| Témoins de Jehova |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Macouria?
Macouria has a population of 8,773 residents and is located in French Guiana. The population density is 51 people per square mile, spread across 173.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Macouria?
Macouria has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 142 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 114.2 inches.