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Cacao offers a unique blend of French administrative structure and immersive Amazonian rainforest life, ideal for expats seeking a quieter, nature-centric lifestyle. It appeals to those drawn by specific professional opportunities or a desire for a distinct cultural experience away from urban bustle, with residential areas like Lotissement Bois de Rose fostering a close-knit community. While essential services like healthcare and public transport are generally functional and safety is reasonable, adapting to the tropical climate and its unique rhythm requires an open mind. This is a rewarding, yet specific, relocation for those ready to embrace its distinct character over a conventional expat city.
Cacao has a tropical rainforest climate (Köppen Af) with hot conditions year-round, high humidity, and abundant rainfall. Temperatures are fairly constant through the year, with a slightly wetter season and a somewhat drier period from July to November. The current temperature is above the long-term average, but still consistent with the city’s persistently warm tropical climate.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
27°C
Climate Type
Tropical rainforest
Rainy Days
230
Sunny Days
120
Humidity
82%
Spring
September - November
27-29°C
Conditions are hot and often less rainy than earlier in the year, though showers can still occur frequently. This is part of the locally drier, warmer stretch of the annual cycle.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
December - February
26-28°C
This period is warm, very humid, and typically wetter, with regular heavy showers and cloud cover. Temperatures remain stable rather than becoming noticeably hotter.
Very High rainfall
Autumn
March - May
26-28°C
Rainfall increases as Cacao moves toward one of its wettest periods, and skies are often overcast. Humidity stays high, and thunderstorms are common.
Very High rainfall
Winter
June - August
26-28°C
This is the comparatively drier season, but it remains hot and humid by most standards. Sunshine is somewhat more frequent, although passing showers are still common.
High rainfall
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Cacao
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Safety & Security in Cacao
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
French Guiana Avg
56
South America Avg
54
Worldwide Avg
57
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Safety Index
0510
Low
Safety from Crime
0510
Concerning
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: N/A
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