Climate Insights for Port-Gentil
Bendjé, Ogooué-Maritime Province, Gabon
Climate Overview
The climate in Port-Gentil is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,767 mm of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 313 mm of rainfall. Port-Gentil sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Port-Gentil is hot. The average annual temperature is 79°F and approximately 69.6 in of precipitation falls per year. November is the wettest month, receiving around 12.3 in of rainfall. Port-Gentil sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Port-Gentil has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°C between highs and lows.Port-Gentil has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°F range. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 83°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 75°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 3°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Port-Gentil is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,767 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 147 mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 313 mm of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 8 mm. That's 305 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.Port-Gentil is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 69.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 5.8 in per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 12.3 in of rainfall. December and January also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 0.3 in. That's 12 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
Port-Gentil is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 20km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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 be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 19km/h in winter, 16km/h in spring, 11km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.Port-Gentil 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 July, averaging 12mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in January, 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 5mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 12mph in winter, 10mph in spring, 7mph in summer, 8mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Port-Gentil 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 13 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 Port-Gentil 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 0.5 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 Port-Gentil 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 Port-Gentil 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.