Guyanese warned to prepare for hotter and drier months ahead

Guyana’s Hydrometeorological Service warned that the country may experience hotter and drier than normal conditions during 2026 as a result of expected seasonal climate patterns. The agency noted that higher temperatures and reduced rainfall could affect water availability and rain-fed agricultural activities, urging farmers, communities, and other key water users to implement preparedness measures and improve water-use efficiency. The information forms part of the country’s climate monitoring and early warning systems aimed at reducing drought-related risks and strengthening the resilience of agrifood systems to climate variability.