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São Tomé weather in December (São Tomé & Príncipe)

Is São Tomé a good destination in December, weather-wise? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of December in São Tomé typically includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 28°C. At night, it falls to around 25°C.

Precipitation

São Tomé in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 185 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 12 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 145 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, November tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized São Tomé climate page with graphs.

 

São Tomé, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 185 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in São Tomé & Príncipe in December

Find out more about the weather in São Tomé & Príncipe and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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