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Libreville weather in April (Gabon)

What should you pack for a trip to Libreville in April? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

April in Libreville generally includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 30°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 25°C. As the year's hottest month, it's essential to have your summer gear ready. Keep cool with light clothing and enjoy the warmth.

Precipitation

Libreville in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 264 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 178 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, April may not be the ideal month to visit Libreville. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Libreville climate page with graphs.

 

Libreville, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 264 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
WindspeedWindspeed  
SunshineSunshine 178 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Gabon in April

Find out more about the weather in Gabon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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