January · Equatorial Guinea
Best time to visit Bata in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Bata in January
Average temperature 25°C, 164 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
4.6/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 164 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
January in Bata scores 4.6/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 25°C, 164 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Bata is Equatorial Guinea's largest mainland city, with a broad Atlantic waterfront, modern civic spaces, markets, and access to mainland forest routes.
January in Bata — off-season conditions
At 25°C (78°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
164 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 4.6/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 5.4/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Bata in January?
- In January, Bata averages 25°C, 164 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.6/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Bata?
- January earns a 4.6/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Bata in January?
- Expect about 164 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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