Makokou weather in January (Gabon)

What kind of weather does January bring to Makokou? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Makokou includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 31°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 21°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Precipitation

Makokou in January usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 7 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 138 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Makokou, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 25%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 7 days  

Humidity 86%  

Sunshine 138 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Gabon in January

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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.

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

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Makokou.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Gabon? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Gabon. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.