Gabon

Gabon Weather in January

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

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Libreville Omboué Port-Gentil Lambarene

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

What to Expect in Gabon in January

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

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Mayumba at 29°C (84°F) and very warm in Lambarene at 32°C (90°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Lambarene and 25°C (77°F) in Mayumba. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To explore the conditions in Gabon in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bitam with an average of 68 mm (2.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Mouila with 292 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Libreville as an example - it receives around 177 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Gabon in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in Gabon?

Temperature range in Gabon (January)

Precipitation variation in Gabon (January)

Libreville

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
172 hours
177 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
309 mm (12 in)
249 mm (9.8 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Libreville →

Pointe Denis

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°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
172 hours
177 hours
178 hours
Monthly rainfall
294 mm (12 in)
241 mm (9.5 in)
223 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pointe Denis →

Omboué

In January Omboué generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
330 mm (13 in)
275 mm (11 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Omboué →

Port-Gentil

In January Port-Gentil generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
151 hours
152 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
285 mm (11 in)
247 mm (9.7 in)
207 mm (8.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Port-Gentil →

Makokou

In January Makokou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
121 hours
138 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
123 mm (4.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Makokou →

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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Libreville 30°C (86°F) 25°C (77°F) 249 mm (9.8 in)
Omboué 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 275 mm (11 in)
Port-Gentil 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 247 mm (9.7 in)
Lambarene 32°C (90°F) 24°C (75°F) 247 mm (9.7 in)
Moanda 29°C (84°F) 25°C (77°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Lopé National Park 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)

Gabon weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gabon in January?

Gabon typically experiences poor weather in January, 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 January?

In Libreville, the average daytime high in January is 30°C (86°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Gabon get a lot of rain in January?

Yes. January brings heavy rainfall to Gabon, with Libreville averaging around 249 mm (9.8 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Gabon?

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

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide 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?

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