São Tomé & Príncipe Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in São Tomé & Príncipe in August.

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São Tomé Ilheu das Rolas Santo António

Planning a journey to São Tomé & Príncipe this August and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in São Tomé & Príncipe in August

August in São Tomé & Príncipe generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in São Tomé.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of São Tomé & Príncipe, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ilheu das Rolas with an average of 23 mm (0.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Santo António with 85 mm (3.3 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. São Tomé receives about 151 hours of sunlight in August, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore São Tomé & Príncipe by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in São Tomé & Príncipe — and find the best time to visit. (based on São Tomé)

January29°C (84°F) February29°C (84°F) March30°C (86°F) April29°C (84°F) May28°C (82°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July26°C (79°F) August26°C (79°F) September27°C (81°F) October27°C (81°F) November28°C (82°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in São Tomé & Príncipe in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across São Tomé & Príncipe.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
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tolerable
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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 São Tomé & Príncipe

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in São Tomé & Príncipe?

Temperature range in São Tomé & Príncipe (August)

Precipitation variation in São Tomé & Príncipe (August)

São Tomé

In August São Tomé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

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August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
151 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
26 mm (1 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in São Tomé →

Ilheu das Rolas

In August Ilheu das Rolas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
163 hours
151 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
16 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Ilheu das Rolas →

Santo António

In August Santo António generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
173 mm (6.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in São Tomé & Príncipe in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
São Tomé 26°C (79°F) 24°C (75°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Ilheu das Rolas 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Santo António 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)

São Tomé & Príncipe weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in São Tomé & Príncipe in August?

August in São Tomé & Príncipe brings perfect weather. In São Tomé, daytime temperatures are typically around 26°C (79°F) and nighttime lows hover near 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in São Tomé & Príncipe in August?

Daytime temperatures in São Tomé peak at roughly 26°C (79°F) in August, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does São Tomé & Príncipe get a lot of rain in August?

Rain is generally moderate to light in São Tomé & Príncipe during August, with São Tomé averaging close to 26 mm (1 in).

Is August a Good Time to Visit São Tomé & Príncipe?

We consider August to be one of the best times to travel to São Tomé & Príncipe. Typically, the climate in São Tomé is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in São Tomé. On the other hand, the weather in March and November tend to be unpleasant.

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