August weather forecast
Libreville, Gabon

Tarmac road beside sandy beaches leading into the Libreville city in Gabon
Tarmac road beside sandy beaches leading into the Libreville city in Gabon

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Libreville, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.9°C (73.2°F) and max 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

In Libreville, the average high-temperature in August is practically the same as in July - a still moderately hot 26.8°C (80.2°F). In Libreville, the average low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Humidity

January through March and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Libreville, during August, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation. In Libreville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 274.1 days and collects up to 1477mm (58.15") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Libreville, the average seawater temperature in August is 25.3°C (77.5°F).
Note: For any water activity, surface water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are considered as excellent and extremely pleasant for lengthened periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Libreville is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of August in Libreville, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translate into the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is significantly increased by the reflection of the water and sand.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in August in Libreville?

In August, in Libreville, the average high-temperature is 26.8°C (80.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.9°C (73.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in June is computed to be 31°C (87.8°F).

What are the least humid months in Libreville?

January through March and August, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the least humid months in Libreville, Gabon.

What is the average humidity in August in Libreville?

The average relative humidity in August in Libreville is 81%.

How many days does it rain in August in Libreville?

In August, in Libreville, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout August, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the water temperature in August in Libreville?

In August, the average sea temperature in Libreville is 25.3°C (77.5°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.

What is the average length of the day in August in Libreville?

In August, the average day length is 12h and 8min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Libreville?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:26 WAT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Libreville?

In Libreville, Gabon, the average sunshine duration in August is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Libreville?

June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Libreville?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average temperature in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (22.5°C).

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Average pressure in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average pressure in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1010mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average wind speed in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (8.2km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average humidity in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average humidity in August: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, March and August (81%).

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Average rainfall in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average rainfall in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average rainfall in August: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (226mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (9mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average rainfall days in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average rainfall days in August: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (30 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (8.3 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average sea temperature in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average sea temperature in August: 25.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is March (29.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is July (24.7°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 8min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 9min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 12h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average sunshine days in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average sunshine days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (0.6 days).

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Average UV index in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average UV index in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August, September and October (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average cloud cover in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average cloud cover in August: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in August
Libreville, Gabon

Average visibility in August - Libreville, Gabon
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, October, November and December (9km).

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