December · Gabon
Best time to visit Lope in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Lope in December
Average temperature 25°C, 221 mm of rain, about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.3/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 221 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 26
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Lope scores 4.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 221 mm of rain, and roughly 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Lopé is a gateway to Gabon's central forest and savanna mosaic, with national-park wildlife, river valleys, and archaeology reached through organized field travel.
December in Lope — the hardest end of the year
December averages 25°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
221 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 4.3/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 8.3/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? August scores 4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Lope in December?
- In December, Lope averages 25°C, 221 mm of rain, and about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.3/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Lope?
- December earns a 4.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Lope in December?
- Expect about 221 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 26 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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