August weather forecast
Libreville, Gabon

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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 displays similar weather patterns as July in Libreville. Though the region sees the smallest amount of rainfall at 15mm (0.59"), the number of rainy days observes a slight uptick. Wind speeds stabilize, setting the ambiance for uniformly breezy days. There is a minor increase in sea temperatures which could beckon the city's water-loving inhabitants and visitors back to the waters. The mercury column unanimously refuses to budge far from the preceding month's figures.

Temperature

Libreville notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.8°C (80.2°F) in August, displaying minor variation from July. August witnesses a minor deviation from daytime peaks, with an average nighttime temperature of 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 August, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout August, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. 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, in August, the average water temperature is 25.3°C (77.5°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are ideal for swimming, diving, and other activities, ensuring comfort and enjoyment for lengthened periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Libreville, Gabon, is 12h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:32. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Libreville are June through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Resist extreme sun exposure. Guarding against solar damage is essential. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Heed this! UV intensity is much stronger when reflected off sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Libreville in August?

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

What is the least humid month in Libreville?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Libreville?

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

How many days does it rain in August in Libreville?

In Libreville, Gabon, during August, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

How warm is the water in August in Libreville?

In Libreville, the average seawater temperature in August 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?

The average day length in August in Libreville, Gabon, is 12h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and 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, in Libreville, Gabon, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 18:25 WAT.

How many hours of sunshine does Libreville have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Libreville 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.

How high is the UV index in August in Libreville?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from 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 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 2min

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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