Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
235K
Population
148 km2
Area
208 Mbps
Internet
UTC−04:00
Timezone
OGL (6km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Georgetown or George Town may refer to:
QUICK FACTS
Country
Guyana
Region
South America
Population
235K
Timezone
UTC−04:00
Currency
GYD
Language
English
Status
Capital City
Airport
OGL
GPS
6.80, -58.16
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Tech
208 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Travel
OGL airport just 6 km from the city center
Climate
Year-round average of 27C — near-ideal temperatures
INFRASTRUCTURE
1,485 total POIs 10.1 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
154
Cafes
26
Bars
62
Fast Food
49
Shopping
Supermarkets
61
Convenience
66
Shopping Malls
15
Healthcare
Hospitals
28
Clinics
29
Pharmacies
34
Education
Schools
162
Universities
6
Libraries
3
Recreation
Parks
95
Playgrounds
5
Sports
85
Cinemas
2
Museums
4
Theatres
2
Transport
Bus Stops
20
Fuel Stations
40
Services
Banks
30
ATMs
12
Post Offices
17
Police
35
Fire Stations
7
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
208 Mbps
Download
77 Mbps
Upload
15ms
Latency
5,997
Tests
2,039
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Jan - Dec
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F
27°
M
27°
A
27°
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27°
J
27°
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27°
A
27°
S
27°
O
27°
N
27°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 26.9 C Range: 26.8 - 26.9 C Rain: 2,059 mm/year Sunshine: 3,858 h/year
CITY SCORES
90.7
Nomad Index
C
Livability
44.1
Overall
AIRPORT
OGL
Eugene F. Correia International Airport
6 km from center
Very close — ~9 min ride
EXTERNAL LINKS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Georgetown known for?
Georgetown is a city in Guyana. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Georgetown?
Georgetown has an average download speed of 208 Mbps and upload speed of 77 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Georgetown?
Georgetown has an average year-round temperature of approximately 26.9 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Georgetown?
Georgetown is served by OGL (Eugene F. Correia International Airport), approximately 6 km from the city center.
What is the population of Georgetown?
The population of Georgetown is approximately 235K.
What infrastructure does Georgetown have?
Georgetown has 1,485 mapped points of interest, including 154 restaurants, 28 hospitals, 162 schools.
What country is Georgetown in?
Georgetown is located in Guyana.