Climate Insights for Moanda
Lébombi-Léyou, Haut-Ogooué Province, Gabon
Climate Overview
The climate in Moanda is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,532 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 244 mm of rainfall. Moanda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Moanda is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 60.3 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 9.6 in of rainfall. Moanda sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Moanda 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.Moanda sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 89°F. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 89°F and the mean temperature sits around 79°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 76°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Moanda is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,532 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 128 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 244 mm of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 25 mm. That's 219 mm 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.Moanda is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 60.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 9.6 in of rainfall. November and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 1 in. That's 8.6 in 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
Moanda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Moanda is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Moanda is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 35 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 32°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Moanda is during June, July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.4 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 89°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moanda 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.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Moanda based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.