AI-generatedPort-Gentil at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Aug
- Warmest month
- Mar · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Mar · 29.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,790 h
- Rain a year
- 2,295 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 4 m
Climate in Port-Gentil
Port-Gentil has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. March is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while July is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 1,790 hours of sunshine a year, Port-Gentil is moderately sunny; May is the sunniest month with 5.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Port-Gentil
The best time to visit Port-Gentil is from June to August. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to August. The rainy season is from October to March; the wettest month is November with 387 mm.
Port-Gentil through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Port-Gentil in the dry season
Apr – Sep
Fair
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 81 rainy days in all
Port-Gentil in the rainy season
Oct – Mar
Fair
- 29–31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 171 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Aug
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Oct – Mar
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 29°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 26°
- Night, 23:00: about 25°
06:0718:14
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:54–06:34 · evening 17:47–18:27
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:46–05:54 · evening 18:27–18:35
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Port-Gentil compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 29° from start to end. The sea warms from 26° to 27°.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 26° | 27° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.1 h |
What is the weather like in Port-Gentil in October?
In October, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 250 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 8 min06:07 – 18:14
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 86 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 1 day30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %79 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %30 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Port-Gentil
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
July has the better holiday weather in Port-Gentil: score 78 against 45. In July, days are 1 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 2 °C cooler in July. July has 25 fewer rainy days.
| Month | October | July |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 78better |
| Daytime high | 29° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 22° |
| Sea | 26.7° | 24.9° |
| Sunshine | 4.8 h | 4.9 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 250 mm | 11 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 30better |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Port-Gentil month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
41January30° · Sea 28° · 5.1 h
In January, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 282 mm. On about 10 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in January37February30° · Sea 29° · 5.0 h
In February, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.8 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 26 days, totalling 239 mm. On about 16 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in February33March31° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In March, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.0 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 29 days, totalling 250 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in March33April31° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In April, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 233 mm. On about 24 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in April37May30° · Sea 28° · 5.2 h
In May, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 25 days, adding up to 177 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in May69June29° · Sea 26° · 5.2 h
In June, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 35 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in June78July28° · Sea 25° · 4.9 h
In July, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 24.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 11 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in July77August29° · Sea 25° · 4.9 h
In August, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.0 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 12 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in August53September29° · Sea 26° · 5.0 h
In September, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 25.7 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 61 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in September45October29° · Sea 27° · 4.8 h
In October, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 28 days, totalling 250 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in October43November29° · Sea 28° · 4.4 h
In November, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.5 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.4 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 387 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in November43December29° · Sea 28° · 4.9 h
In December, Port-Gentil is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 359 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Port-Gentil.
Port-Gentil in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Port-Gentil
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in July (22°), the warmest in March (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 364 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 41 | 30° | 24° | 28.4° | 5.1 h | 29 | 282 |
| FebruaryFeb | 37 | 30° | 24° | 28.8° | 5.0 h | 26 | 239 |
| MarchMar | 33 | 31° | 25° | 29.0° | 4.7 h | 29 | 250 |
| AprilApr | 33 | 31° | 25° | 28.7° | 4.7 h | 26 | 233 |
| MayMay | 37 | 30° | 24° | 27.7° | 5.2 h | 25 | 177 |
| JuneJun | 69 | 29° | 23° | 25.8° | 5.2 h | 8 | 35 |
| JulyJul | 78 | 28° | 22° | 24.9° | 4.9 h | 3 | 11 |
| AugustAug | 77 | 29° | 22° | 25.0° | 4.9 h | 4 | 12 |
| SeptemberSep | 53 | 29° | 23° | 25.7° | 5.0 h | 15 | 61 |
| OctoberOct | 45 | 29° | 23° | 26.7° | 4.8 h | 28 | 250 |
| NovemberNov | 43 | 29° | 24° | 27.5° | 4.4 h | 30 | 387 |
| DecemberDec | 43 | 29° | 24° | 27.9° | 4.9 h | 30 | 359 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Port-Gentil
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.1 – 27.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Port-Gentil ranges from 24.9 °C in July to 29.0 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in March, eight out of ten years were between 28.6 and 29.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.4° | 27.5° | 29.0° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.8° | 28.3° | 29.3° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.0° | 28.6° | 29.4° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 28.7° | 27.8° | 29.3° | warm |
| MayMay | 27.7° | 26.2° | 28.6° | warm |
| JuneJun | 25.8° | 24.3° | 27.0° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 24.9° | 23.9° | 25.9° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.0° | 24.1° | 25.5° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 25.7° | 25.0° | 26.2° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 26.7° | 26.1° | 27.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 27.5° | 26.7° | 28.0° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.3° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Port-Gentil
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.8 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Port-Gentil, 40 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Port-Gentil: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Port-Gentil has about 28 rainy days with 250 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Port-Gentil
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in March (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Port-Gentil
How breezy and how cloudy Port-Gentil is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Port-Gentil typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 86 % of the sky over Port-Gentil: mostly overcast, with about 4.8 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Port-Gentil
How often the day gets hot in Port-Gentil (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Port-Gentil has about 1 hot day, with an average daytime high of 29 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Port-Gentil
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Port-Gentil in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Port-Gentil has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 77) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 33).
- 33
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 43
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 21 rainy days a month
- 77
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 45
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 28 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 42
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 7 h 35 min
- Distance
- 5,870 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Gabon
- Currency
- Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
- Language
- French
- Sockets
- Type C · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +241
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Port-Gentil vs Libreville
In October the holiday weather in Port-Gentil and Libreville is about equally good (score 45 vs 42). During the day it is about as warm in Libreville as in Port-Gentil. The sea is about equally warm. Libreville gets one hour less sunshine a day.
| in October | Port-Gentil | Libreville |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 45 | 42 |
| Daytime high | 29° | 29° |
| Sea | 27° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 5 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 28 | 31 |
| Best time | Jun – Aug | Jul – Aug |
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In October, Port-Gentil ranks 1 of 2 destinations in this country.
- Port-GentilThis page29°27°45
- 2Libreville29°27°42
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Frequently asked questions about Port-Gentil
When is the best time to visit Port-Gentil?
The best time to visit Port-Gentil is from June to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Port-Gentil?
The sea temperature in Port-Gentil ranges from 24.9 °C in July to 29.0 °C in March. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Port-Gentil in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Port-Gentil?
March is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 25 °C. July is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Port-Gentil?
The rainy season is from October to March; the wettest month is November with 387 mm. The driest month is July with 11 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Port-Gentil get?
Port-Gentil gets around 1,790 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is May with 5.2 hours a day; in November there are 4.4 hours a day.
What time zone is Port-Gentil in?
Port-Gentil is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Port-Gentil?
A nonstop flight from London to Port-Gentil takes about 7 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 5,870 km.
Which school holidays are best for Port-Gentil?
Port-Gentil has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 77) and its weakest during the Easter holidays (score 33). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 33, May half-term 43, summer holidays 77, October half-term 45, Christmas holidays 42.