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Royale Island

Island

Ile Royale, part of French Guiana's Salvation Islands, holds 19th‑century penal colony ruins, a colonial cemetery and coastal trails; boat tours from Kourou bring day visitors interested in the prison history and wildlife.

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In this guide

Royale Island essentials

Address: Royale Island, French Guiana (Guyane) - Maroni/Coastal river areas
Things to Do
When to Go

Best Time to Visit Royale Island

The dry season (roughly August-November) is more reliable for river travel and small island visits in French Guiana.

Dry season
Aug-Nov · 24-31°C
Easier river navigation and lower rainfall-best for visiting smaller islands.
Wet season
Dec-Jul · 24-30°C
Heavy rains, swollen rivers, and limited access at times.

Weather & Climate near Royale Island

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2700 mm/year), wettest in May.

Air Quality: AQI 36 Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
31°
Warmest Month
22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January - 23° - 28° 26° 265 mm - - 2.7 m/s - -
February - 23° - 28° 26° 227 mm - - 3.0 m/s - -
March - 24° - 29° 26° 276 mm - - 3.1 m/s - -
April - 24° - 29° 26° 294 mm - - 2.8 m/s - -
May - 23° - 29° 26° 415 mm - - 2.3 m/s - -
June - 22° - 29° 26° 371 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
July - 22° - 30° 26° 216 mm - - 2.0 m/s - -
August - 22° - 31° 26° 141 mm - - 2.2 m/s - -
September - 22° - 31° 27° 57 mm - - 2.4 m/s - -
October - 22° - 31° 27° 88 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
November - 22° - 31° 27° 113 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
December - 23° - 29° 26° 237 mm - - 2.5 m/s - -
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Royale Island

Access to Royale Island requires river transport from coastal towns such as Cayenne or from settlements along major rivers. Arrange transport with local boat operators; check seasonal river conditions and permits.

Tips for Visiting Royale Island

  • Guyane (French Guiana) is largely rainforest-access to Royale Island requires planning and a local boat operator.
  • Check with local authorities in Cayenne or Kourou for transport options and conservation rules-some islands are protected.
  • Expect basic facilities at remote river islands-bring provisions.