April · Gabon
Best time to visit Port-Gentil in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port-Gentil in April
Average temperature 27°C, 242 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 85% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
3.4/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 27°C
- Rainfall
- 242 mm
- Humidity
- 85%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Port-Gentil scores 3.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 27°C, 242 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Port-Gentil is Gabon's Atlantic oil and port city, with beaches, estuary landscapes, commercial streets, and access to the country's coastal environment.
April in Port-Gentil: expect compromises
April averages 27°C (81°F) and humidity near 85%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
242 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.4/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 8.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 5.2 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port-Gentil in April?
- In April, Port-Gentil averages 27°C, 242 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.4/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Port-Gentil?
- April 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 Port-Gentil in April?
- Expect about 242 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 85% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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