January Rainfall and Precipitation in São Tomé & Príncipe

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across São Tomé & Príncipe in January.

São Tomé & Príncipe experiences precipitation in January ranging from high in Santo António with 109 mm (4.3 in) of rainfall to heavy in Ilheu das Rolas with 164 mm (6.5 in) of rainfall.

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Temperatures Precipitation

Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

São Tomé & Príncipe precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does São Tomé & Príncipe receive in January?

São Tomé often experiences a notable amount of rain in January, with an average of about 145 mm (5.7 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in São Tomé & Príncipe in January?

Expect around 13 days rainy days in São Tomé during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in São Tomé & Príncipe?

No. January sits outside the typical rainy season in São Tomé & Príncipe, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in January in São Tomé & Príncipe?

Based on our records, Ilheu das Rolas receives the most rainfall in São Tomé & Príncipe in January, averaging about 164 mm (6.5 in).

What is the driest city in January in São Tomé & Príncipe?

In our records, Santo António stands out as the driest city in São Tomé & Príncipe for January, averaging just 109 mm (4.3 in).

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