Climate Insights for Point Denis
Komo-Ocèan, Estuaire Province, Gabon
Climate Overview
The climate in Point Denis is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 2,193 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 368 mm of rainfall. Point Denis sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Point Denis is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 86.3 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 14.5 in of rainfall. Point Denis sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Point Denis has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 4°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Point Denis has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 81°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 75°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Point Denis is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,193 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 183 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 368 mm of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 21 mm. That's 347 mm 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.Point Denis is a very wet location, receiving approximately 86.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 7.2 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 14.5 in of rainfall. October and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.8 in. That's 13.7 in 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
Point Denis is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 20km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 9km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 12km/h in spring, 19km/h in summer, 15km/h in autumn.Point Denis is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 7mph in winter, 7mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 9mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Point Denis is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 28 mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 28°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Point Denis is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.1 in per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 83°F. 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 Point Denis 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 Point Denis 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.