The climate of Gabon
The current climate in Gabon features temperatures ranging from a high of 31°C to a low of 28°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 30°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 21°C and in the warmer months around 25°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Gabon.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Gabon in recent years was 36°C in August 2022. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 20°C in November 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Gabon receives 2985 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Gabon?
The best time to visit Gabon for mild to warm weather is July and August. You might get some rain, but the temperatures are just right to explore Gabon.
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Climate Table of Gabon
The climate table of Gabon shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 30 | 31 | 31 | 31 | 30 | 29 | 28 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 29 | 30 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 24 | 25 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 23 | 22 | 23 | 22 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 306 | 314 | 298 | 374 | 265 | 67 | 20 | 34 | 198 | 357 | 499 | 253 |
| UV Index | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Gabon. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Gabon
Yearly Temperature in Gabon
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Gabon. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Gabon
Total Yearly Precipitation in Gabon
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Gabon. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Gabon
Weather experiences in Gabon
The weather in Gabon is rated 4 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor.
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August in Gabon offers a temperate climate with plenty of sunshine. Daytime temperatures reach an average of 28 degrees, ideal for outdoor activities. However, there may be unexpected rain showers.
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Average weather in Gabon by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Gabon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.