December · Congo
Best time to visit Pointe-Noire in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pointe-Noire in December
Average temperature 26°C, 334 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.0/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 334 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Pointe-Noire scores 4.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 334 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pointe-Noire is the Republic of the Congo's Atlantic port, with broad beaches, fishing activity, coastal neighborhoods, and access toward protected shorelines.
December in Pointe-Noire — the hardest end of the year
At 26°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in December, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 334 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 4/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, July is materially better in Pointe-Noire — 5.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pointe-Noire in December?
- In December, Pointe-Noire averages 26°C, 334 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.0/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Pointe-Noire?
- December earns a 4.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pointe-Noire in December?
- Expect about 334 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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