Gabon

Gabon Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gabon in February.

Planning a trip to Gabon this February? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Gabon in February

February in Gabon generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Mayumba at 29°C (84°F) to very warm in Lambarene at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Lambarene and 25°C (77°F) in Mayumba. While the given temperatures for day and night are typical, there may be days that feel warmer. Make sure you're dressed in a way that keeps you cool and comfortable.

For a closer look at conditions across Gabon, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bitam with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Mouila with 282 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Libreville gets approximately 178 hours of sunlight in February, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gabon — and find the best time to visit. (based on Libreville)

Best Places to Visit in Gabon in February

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gabon.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Gabon

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Gabon?

Temperature range in Gabon (February)

Precipitation variation in Gabon (February)

Libreville

In February Libreville generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
178 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
249 mm (9.8 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
261 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Pointe Denis

In February Pointe Denis generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
178 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
241 mm (9.5 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
246 mm (9.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Omboué

In February Omboué generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
275 mm (11 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
12 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Port-Gentil

In February Port-Gentil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
152 hours
162 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
247 mm (9.7 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
197 mm (7.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
13 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Makokou

In February Makokou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

January
February
March
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
138 hours
144 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
170 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
13 days
Weather conditions

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Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gabon in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Libreville 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 235 mm (9.3 in)
Omboué 31°C (88°F) 25°C (77°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Port-Gentil 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 207 mm (8.1 in)
Lambarene 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 240 mm (9.4 in)
Moanda 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Lopé National Park 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)

Gabon weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gabon in February?

Gabon typically experiences poor weather in February, part of the season. Daytime highs in Libreville average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 25°C (77°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Gabon in February?

Daytime temperatures in Libreville peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in February, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

Does Gabon get a lot of rain in February?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Libreville records an average of 235 mm (9.3 in) in February, putting it among the wetter months for Gabon.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Gabon?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Libreville, February may not be the ideal time to visit Gabon.

On average, the best time to visit Gabon is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Libreville. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Gabon.

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