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Pecixe

Island
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Pecixe essentials

Address: Pecixe Island, Bolama Region, Guinea-Bissau
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Pecixe

Visit during the dry season (Nov-May) for more reliable boat access and better beach weather.

Dry season
Nov-May · 24-32°C
Drier weather, easier boat access and more comfortable conditions for beach activities.
Rainy season
Jun-Oct · 24-30°C
Green and lush but with heavy rains that can restrict boat travel; some services may be limited.

Weather & Climate near Pecixe

Climate

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.

Air Quality: AQI 87 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JanuaryFebruaryDecember
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
14°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Ideal 17° - 32° 25° 0 mm mostly sunny 56% 2.7 m/s 1.7 very high 11.4h
February Ideal 18° - 33° 26° 0 mm mostly sunny 52% 2.6 m/s 2.0 extreme 11.7h
March Excellent 19° - 34° 27° 0 mm mostly sunny 56% 3.0 m/s 2.4 extreme 12.0h
April Excellent 20° - 34° 27° 0 mm some cloud 59% 2.9 m/s 2.5 extreme 12.3h
May Excellent 22° - 33° 29° 10 mm partly cloudy 64% 3.4 m/s 2.3 extreme 12.5h
June Good 23° - 32° 30° 145 mm overcast 75% 3.1 m/s 2.0 very high 12.7h
July Good 23° - 30° 26° 521 mm overcast 85% 2.4 m/s 1.8 very high 12.6h
August Good 23° - 30° 26° 625 mm overcast 88% 2.1 m/s 1.8 very high 12.4h
September Good 23° - 30° 26° 398 mm overcast 87% 1.8 m/s 1.9 very high 12.1h
October Good 23° - 32° 30° 181 mm partly cloudy 83% 1.7 m/s 1.9 very high 11.8h
November Excellent 21° - 33° 27° 22 mm some cloud 73% 2.0 m/s 1.8 very high 11.5h
December Ideal 18° - 32° 25° 2 mm some cloud 66% 2.2 m/s 1.7 very high 11.3h
Getting There & Around

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.