January · Gabon
Best time to visit Libreville in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Libreville in January
Average temperature 26°C, 277 mm of rain, about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
3.4/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 277 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 28
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
January in Libreville scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 277 mm of rain, and roughly 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Libreville is Gabon's Atlantic capital, combining waterfront boulevards, markets, museums, neighborhoods, and a gateway role for rainforest travel.
January in Libreville — the hardest end of the year
At 26°C (79°F) this is comfortable city weather in January, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 277 mm, but with about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.4/10 on the same scale — 7th of 12 months, versus 8.5/10 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 Libreville — 5.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Libreville in January?
- In January, Libreville averages 26°C, 277 mm of rain, and about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Libreville?
- January earns a 3.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Libreville in January?
- Expect about 277 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 28 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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