São Tomé & Príncipe Weather in December

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

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São Tomé Ilheu das Rolas Santo António

Planning a getaway to São Tomé & Príncipe this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in São Tomé & Príncipe in December

December in São Tomé & Príncipe generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in São Tomé.

For specific regional insights in São Tomé & Príncipe, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santo António with an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Ilheu das Rolas with 202 mm (8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. São Tomé typically sees 145 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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 December

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
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 São Tomé & Príncipe

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

Temperature range in São Tomé & Príncipe (December)

Precipitation variation in São Tomé & Príncipe (December)

São Tomé

In December São Tomé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
145 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
224 mm (8.8 in)
185 mm (7.3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Ilheu das Rolas

In December Ilheu das Rolas generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
145 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
223 mm (8.8 in)
202 mm (8 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
pleasant
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Santo António

In December Santo António generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
232 mm (9.1 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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In our records: São Tomé & Príncipe December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in São Tomé & Príncipe in our climate database (2006 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • Based on our data, the coldest December night in São Tomé & Príncipe dropped to 16°C (61°F) in São Tomé on December 8, 2012.

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
São Tomé 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 185 mm (7.3 in)
Ilheu das Rolas 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Santo António 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

São Tomé & Príncipe weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect tolerable weather across São Tomé & Príncipe in December. The popular destination of São Tomé averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 25°C (77°F) at night during this month.

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

Daytime temperatures in São Tomé peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in December, dropping to about 25°C (77°F) overnight.

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

Yes. December brings heavy rainfall to São Tomé & Príncipe, with São Tomé averaging around 185 mm (7.3 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

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

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit São Tomé & Príncipe with overall tolerable weather in São Tomé. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit São Tomé & Príncipe is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in São Tomé. On the other hand, the months of March and November tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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