Pecixe
Island Guinea-Bissau island with mangroves and fishing communities
How to Get to Pecixe #
Pecixe is reached by small boat from mainland ports in the Bolama region or from Bissau; travel times and schedules vary. Arrange transport through local operators in Bissau or the Bolama archipelago.
Tips for Visiting Pecixe #
- If exploring the island's beaches and sandbars, check tide tables and local boat schedules.
- Respect local communities - Pecixe is sparsely populated and services are limited; bring cash and supplies.
- Arrange local boat transport in advance from Bissau or the mainland port to avoid confusion.
Best Time to Visit Pecixe #
Visit during the dry season (Nov-May) for more reliable boat access and better beach weather.
Weather & Climate near Pecixe #
Pecixe's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 17°C to 34°C. Abundant rainfall (1904 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and mostly sunny skies.
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April
April is warm with highs of 34°C and lows of 20°C. The driest month with just 0 mm.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. Light rainfall and partly cloudy skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (521 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (625 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (398 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (181 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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November
November is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.
