January weather forecast
Equatorial Guinea

January is in the heart of the dry season in Equatorial Guinea, characterized by lower humidity, less rainfall, and slightly cooler temperatures. During this month, temperatures typically average from 22°C (71.6°F) to 27°C (80.6°F). It is one of the coolest months of the year, providing a welcome respite from the year-round heat and humidity.

January is markedly drier compared to the preceding months of November and December, with rainfall averaging between 50mm (1.97") to 75mm (2.95") across the country. Malabo, the capital city situated on Bioko Island, experiences similar weather conditions with slightly higher rainfall due to its coastal location.

Comparatively, Bata, another notable city located on the mainland region, usually sees slightly higher temperatures and lower rainfall due to its more interior geographical position. However, the differences are not significant, and the overall weather pattern remains consistent with the broader country.

In terms of extreme values, January does not typically witness any record-breaking temperatures or precipitation levels. The heat is more moderate than the rest of the year, and rainfall is considerably lower, making it one of the most comfortable months for travel and outdoor activities.

In relation to the succeeding month of February, January's weather is quite similar, with February continuing the trend of reduced rainfall and relatively cooler temperatures. However, as February progresses, there is a slight but gradual increase in temperature and humidity levels, signaling the transition towards the rainy season that begins in March.

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• Malabo - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Malabo are January, April, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%. In Malabo the average relative humidity in January is 78%.
• Ebebiyin - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Ebebiyin is January, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. The month with the most sunshine in Ebebiyin is January, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.
• Aconibe - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 81%, January is the least humid month in Aconibe, Equatorial Guinea. In Aconibe, Equatorial Guinea, during January, the rain falls for 26.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.
• Luba - January »
  Transitioning from the cooler end of the year, Luba, Equatorial Guinea starts to experience warmer ocean currents in January, manifesting a steady increment in seawater temperature. On the first day of January in Luba sunrise is at 06:31 and sunset at 18:26.
• Mbini - January »
  Sea temperatures peak at 28.4°C (83.1°F) in January in Mbini a warmer condition compared to the preceding month of December. On the first day of January in Mbini sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:25.
• Rebola - January »
  January, April, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months in Rebola. On the first day of January in Rebola sunrise is at 06:30 and sunset at 18:25.
• Cogo - January »
  The climate in January in Cogo is characterized by relative stability, with high humidity and heat typical of the tropical region. As December transitions into January, Cogo records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.1°C (84.4°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month.
• Añisoc - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Añisoc is January, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. Transitioning from the drier conditions of December, January in Añisoc, Equatorial Guinea sees a moderate rise in rainfall numbers.
• Niefang - January »
  In the city of Niefang January starts the year with predominantly elevated humidity, substantial cloudiness, and ubiquitous rainfall. In Niefang during January, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.
• Machinda - January »
  With January's arrival, Machinda notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.3°C (82.9°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. The months with the lowest humidity in Machinda are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
• Oyala - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Oyala is January, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically collects 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. With an average relative humidity of 78%, January is the least humid month in Oyala.