August · Gabon
Best time to visit Port-Gentil in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port-Gentil in August
Average temperature 25°C, 37 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
8.3/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 37 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Peak Tourist Rush
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
August in Port-Gentil scores 8.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 25°C, 37 mm of rain, and roughly 29 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.
August in Port-Gentil — reliably good (2nd best month)
At 25°C (76°F) this is comfortable city weather in August, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
With around 37 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 12.1 hours of daylight fill the rest.
That is 8.3/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Budget for peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port-Gentil in August?
- In August, Port-Gentil averages 25°C, 37 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.3/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Port-Gentil?
- August earns a 8.3/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Port-Gentil in August?
- Expect about 37 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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