January weather forecast
Gabon

In Gabon, January falls within the rainy season, characterized by high rainfall, high temperatures, and significant humidity. Rainfall during January is particularly high, often reaching up to 250mm (9.84") in some parts of the country. This makes it one of the rainiest months of the year in Gabon.

Gabon's capital city, Libreville, located on the coast, experiences similar conditions in January. With high temperatures usually ranging from 26°C (78.8°F) to 31°C (87.8°F), the heat is coupled with high humidity due to frequent rain showers. This coastal city often experiences slightly cooler temperatures than the inland regions due to the moderating influence of the Atlantic Ocean.

In comparison to December, the previous month, January tends to have marginally higher rainfall. Temperatures remain relatively constant, highlighting the consistency of Gabon's tropical climate. Looking forward to February, the rainfall tends to decrease slightly, while the temperature remains stable. It is important to note that despite it being one of the rainiest months, the heavy rainfall usually does not last all day and is often followed by sunshine.

Another notable city is Franceville, located in the southeast of Gabon. Here, January temperatures also typically range from 21°C (69.8°F) to 30°C (86°F). Rainfall is usually high, but slightly less than coastal regions, demonstrating the geographical variation within Gabon.

January in Gabon, therefore, is a period of heavy rainfall and high temperatures. This can impact travel plans due to potential difficulties with road travel and reduced visibility for wildlife viewing. Nonetheless, the abundance of rain creates an incredibly lush landscape, contributing to Gabon's rich biodiversity.

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• Libreville - January »
  In January, the average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 36°C (96.8°F). What is the sea water temperature in January in Libreville?
• Port-Gentil - January »
  The months with the lowest humidity in Port-Gentil, Gabon, are January through March, with an average relative humidity of 79%. In Port-Gentil, Gabon, in January, during 27.8 rainfall days, 131mm (5.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Franceville - January »
  In Franceville, during January, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. In Franceville, during January, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation.
• Moanda - January »
  With an average relative humidity of 74%, January is the least humid month in Moanda, Gabon. January is the least humid month in Moanda, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
• Lambarene - January »
  The onset of January in Lambarene brings with it an average high-temperature of a still tropical 31°C (87.8°F), showing a negligible variation from the month before. What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Lambarene?
• Tchibanga - January »
  Kicking off the year in Tchibanga is the wet month of January, characterized by high humidity and frequent rainfall. As December transitions into January, Tchibanga records an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 29.5°C (85.1°F), showing a gentle shift from the preceding month.
• Makokou - January »
  As December turns into January in Makokou, the average high-temperatures rest at a tropical 30°C (86°F), showing a minor variation from the prior month. The months with the highest UV index in Makokou are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
• Bitam - January »
  January is the least humid month in Bitam, with an average relative humidity of 78%. The least humid month in Bitam is January, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
• Gamba - January »
  Weather patterns in Gamba, Gabon remain humid in January, maintaining a high relative humidity of 83%. In Gamba, Gabon, in January, it is raining for 28.3 days, with typically 148mm (5.83") of accumulated precipitation.
• Mayumba - January »
  The months with the most sunshine in Mayumba, Gabon, are January through April, with an average of 5h of sunshine. In Mayumba, Gabon, in January, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 237mm (9.33") of accumulated precipitation.