December · Gabon
Best time to visit Port-Gentil in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Port-Gentil in December
Average temperature 26°C, 345 mm of rain, about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
3.7/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 345 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 24
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Port-Gentil scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 345 mm of rain, and roughly 24 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.
December in Port-Gentil — the hardest end of the year
Days in December average 26°C (79°F) and humidity near 86% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 345 mm, but with about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3.7/10 on the same scale — 9th of 12 months, versus 8.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, 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 Port-Gentil — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Port-Gentil in December?
- In December, Port-Gentil averages 26°C, 345 mm of rain, and about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Port-Gentil?
- December earns a 3.7/10 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 December?
- Expect about 345 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 24 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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