Gabon
Gabon in December
Where it is warm, dry and good for swimming in Gabon in December — compared across the country’s main destinations.
Quick answers
- Where is it warmest in Gabon in December?
- Ndjolé is the warmest of the 16 destinations compared, with highs of 31°C (87°F) in December; Bakoumba is the coolest at 28°C (82°F).
- Can you swim in the sea in Gabon in December?
- Yes, in places: the warmest water is at Cocobeach (28°C (83°F)), and 6 of the coastal destinations have a sea of 21 °C or more.
Warmest
31°
Ndjolé
Coolest
28°
Bakoumba
Driest
78 mm
Oyem
Warmest sea
28°
Cocobeach
December in Gabon ranges from 28°C (82°F) in Bakoumba to 31°C (87°F) in Ndjolé — a spread of 3 degrees across the country. On average it is about as warm as November. Rain is frequent in most destinations. Best bets this month: Libreville, Port-Gentil, and Franceville.
Weather in December by city
| Place | Day | Night | Rain | Sea | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayumba | 29° | 23° | 170 mm | 27° | 72 |
| Oyem | 28° | 19° | 78 mm | — | 72 |
| Port-Gentil | 29° | 24° | 245 mm | 28° | 71 |
| Gamba | 29° | 23° | 196 mm | 27° | 70 |
| Omboué | 29° | 23° | 221 mm | — | 70 |
| Cocobeach | 29° | 23° | 231 mm | 28° | 69 |
| Libreville | 30° | 24° | 299 mm | 28° | 67 |
| Akanda | 29° | 24° | 311 mm | 28° | 67 |
| Bakoumba | 28° | 19° | 212 mm | — | 62 |
| Moanda | 29° | 20° | 196 mm | — | 57 |
| Lastoursville | 29° | 21° | 170 mm | — | 57 |
| Franceville | 29° | 20° | 196 mm | — | 54 |
| Lambaréné | 30° | 23° | 215 mm | — | 50 |
| Ndjolé | 31° | 23° | 189 mm | — | 50 |
| Tchibanga | 30° | 23° | 190 mm | — | 46 |
| Ndendé | 30° | 22° | 226 mm | — | 45 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Gabon in December?
Average daytime highs range from 28° in Bakoumba to 31° in Ndjolé.
Can you swim in Gabon in December?
Yes — the sea is warmest around Cocobeach at about 28°.