Climate Insights for Bitam

, Province du Woleu-Ntem, Gabon

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
November
21°C low
Wettest
October
239mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August, December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Bitam is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1682mm of precipitation falls per year. Bitam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Bitam sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° May Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Nov Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21°
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Average
Min

Bitam has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. November is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 42mm Feb Precipitation: 65mm Mar Precipitation: 171mm Apr Precipitation: 204mm May Precipitation: 174mm Jun Precipitation: 128mm Jul Precipitation: 91mm Aug Precipitation: 94mm Sep Precipitation: 197mm Oct Precipitation: 239mm Nov Precipitation: 208mm Dec Precipitation: 70mm
Precipitation

Bitam is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1682mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 140mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 239mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 42mm. That's 197mm less than October, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 11km/h Feb Wind Speed: 11km/h Mar Wind Speed: 10km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 9km/h Jun Wind Speed: 9km/h Jul Wind Speed: 10km/h Aug Wind Speed: 11km/h Sep Wind Speed: 10km/h Oct Wind Speed: 9km/h Nov Wind Speed: 9km/h Dec Wind Speed: 10km/h
Wind Speed

Bitam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Bitam, which began on March 20, 2026. Bitam sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in November near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 549mm across the season with a monthly average of 183mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 312mm across the season with a monthly average of 104mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 644mm across the season with a monthly average of 215mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 177mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 25°
Feb 26°
Mar 25°
Apr 25°
May 25°
Jun 24°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 24°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Bitam is during July, August and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 85mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while November is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely — pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bitam based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
42 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
31 °C
11 km/h
65 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
21 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
171 mm
0 cm
Apr
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
204 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
174 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
128 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
10 km/h
91 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
11 km/h
94 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
197 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
239 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
208 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
30 °C
10 km/h
70 mm
0 cm
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