Climate Insights for Franceville

, Province du Haut-Ogooué, Gabon

Hottest
March
32°C peak
Coldest
July
21°C low
Wettest
November
247mm rain
Best to Visit
June, July, August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Franceville is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1557mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 247mm of rainfall. Franceville 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: 26° Min: 22° Feb Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Mar Max: 32° Average: 26° Min: 22° Apr Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° May Max: 30° Average: 26° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Aug Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Sep Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Oct Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Nov Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22°
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Average
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Franceville sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 32°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. July 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: 111mm Feb Precipitation: 149mm Mar Precipitation: 155mm Apr Precipitation: 182mm May Precipitation: 144mm Jun Precipitation: 29mm Jul Precipitation: 18mm Aug Precipitation: 40mm Sep Precipitation: 111mm Oct Precipitation: 215mm Nov Precipitation: 247mm Dec Precipitation: 157mm
Precipitation

Franceville is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1557mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 130mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 247mm of rainfall. October and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 18mm. That's 228mm less than November, 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 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 9km/h Feb Wind Speed: 9km/h Mar Wind Speed: 9km/h Apr Wind Speed: 9km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 8km/h Jul Wind Speed: 9km/h Aug Wind Speed: 9km/h Sep Wind Speed: 9km/h Oct Wind Speed: 8km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed

Franceville is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 8km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 7km/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
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Franceville, which began on March 20, 2026. Franceville sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 32°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 21°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 30°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 573mm across the season with a monthly average of 191mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 22 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 416mm across the season with a monthly average of 139mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 22 to 32°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 481mm across the season with a monthly average of 160mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 8km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 87mm over the season and a monthly average of 29mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

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

The best time to visit Franceville is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 29mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Franceville 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
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
149 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
32 °C
9 km/h
155 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
31 °C
9 km/h
182 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
144 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
29 °C
8 km/h
29 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
9 km/h
18 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
29 °C
9 km/h
40 mm
0 cm
Sep
22 °C
30 °C
9 km/h
111 mm
0 cm
Oct
22 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
215 mm
0 cm
Nov
22 °C
30 °C
7 km/h
247 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
30 °C
8 km/h
157 mm
0 cm
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