São Tomé & Príncipe Weather in January

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

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São Tomé Ilheu das Rolas Santo António

Planning a journey to São Tomé & Príncipe this January 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 January

January 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 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) in São Tomé.

For a closer look at conditions across São Tomé & Príncipe, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Santo António with an average of 109 mm (4.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Ilheu das Rolas with 164 mm (6.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. São Tomé gets around 145 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

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) June27°C (81°F) This monthJuly26°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 January

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 January for some of the most popular destinations in São Tomé & Príncipe?

Temperature range in São Tomé & Príncipe (January)

Precipitation variation in São Tomé & Príncipe (January)

São Tomé

In January São Tomé 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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 sun hours
145 hours
145 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
185 mm (7.3 in)
145 mm (5.7 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Ilheu das Rolas

In January 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 pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
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
145 hours
145 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
202 mm (8 in)
164 mm (6.5 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Ilheu das Rolas →

Santo António

In January 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.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in January

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
São Tomé 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Ilheu das Rolas 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 164 mm (6.5 in)
Santo António 29°C (84°F) 26°C (79°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)

São Tomé & Príncipe weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

In January, São Tomé & Príncipe generally has pleasant weather conditions. São Tomé sees daytime temperatures near 29°C (84°F), with nights cooling to roughly 26°C (79°F).

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

In São Tomé, the average daytime high in January is 29°C (84°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 26°C (79°F).

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

São Tomé & Príncipe sees substantial rainfall in January. São Tomé typically averages about 145 mm (5.7 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in São Tomé, January might be a good time to visit São Tomé & Príncipe. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit São Tomé & Príncipe is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in São Tomé. The weather in March and November, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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