Kukenán-tepui
Mountain Remote tepui with sheer cliffs and endemic species
Kukenán-tepui is a remote tabletop mountain in Guyana with sheer sandstone cliffs and a plateau above the rain forest; trekkers and climbers come for multi-day expeditions and unique geology.
Tips for Visiting Kukenán-tepui #
- If you can't commit to the difficult, technical ascent, book a scenic flight from Canaima/Ciudad Bolívar to see Kukenán-tepui from above-air tours are the most reliable way to view the tepui without a multi‑week expedition.
- If attempting a land approach, go in the dry season (roughly December-April) and arrange a multi‑day trip with experienced local guides out of Canaima, since river levels and trail conditions determine whether the route is practical or hazardous.
Best Time to Visit Kukenán-tepui #
Best attempted in the dry season (roughly December-April) when access by river and hiking conditions are most reliable.
Weather & Climate near Kukenán-tepui #
Kukenán-tepui's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 13°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1886 mm/year), wettest in May.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (44 mm).
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March
March is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (66 mm).
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April
April is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (315 mm).
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June
June is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (281 mm).
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July
July is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Heavy rain (270 mm).
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August
August is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Heavy rain (243 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).
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October
October is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (123 mm).
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November
November is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (73 mm).
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