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Best time to visit Gabon
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Max Day Temperature (°F)
- Jan
84 - Feb84
- Mar
86 - Apr84
- May84
- Jun
81 - Jul79
- Aug79
- Sep81
- Oct81
- Nov82
- Dec82
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The weather guide for Gabon (Libreville) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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Gabon weather overview
Gabon, which is sandwiched between Cameroon and Congo-Brazzaville, has a South Atlantic coastline to the west, lined with palm-fringed beaches. It is best visited between June and August, when heavy rainfall eases off and humidity levels are at their most manageable. Even at this time, you'll find the climate hot and sticky, with heavy cloud often obscuring the sun; Gabon has a typically equatorial climate, which means hot, humid, wet and cloudy conditions reign for most of the year.
Matters worsen considerably during the October to December monsoon season, when all but the sturdiest travellers May find the climate heavy going.
What to pack for Gabon weather
Light clothing is fine but, outside the dry season, effective waterproofs are a must.
Which is the hottest month in Gabon?
The hottest time of year in Libreville, Gabon is normally March. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 86°F with high heat and humidity.
Which month has the most rain in Gabon?
In terms of rainfall, November is usually the wettest month in Libreville, Gabon with 18.5 inches on average. There are normally 22 days in November with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Gabon?
The sunniest time of year in Libreville, Gabon is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 49% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Gabon?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Libreville, Gabon in April when the water temperature reaches 84°F.
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