Climate of São Tomé & Príncipe — Month by Month
Country-wide average for Sao Tome and Principe. Part of Central Africa, Africa.
Located in Central Africa, Africa, Sao Tome and Principe has a consistently warm climate. Country-wide average temperatures range from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in July to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in February, with annual rainfall totalling around 1098 mm / 43.2 in — driest in July (1 mm / 0 in), wettest in April (235 mm / 9.3 in). These are national averages; regional variation can be substantial, especially in geographically diverse countries. For city-level detail see the cities section below, and for state or province breakdowns follow the subdivisions link if available.
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| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27°C80.6°F | 85 mm3.3″ | Tropical |
| February | 27.5°C81.5°F | 105 mm4.1″ | Tropical |
| March | 27.5°C81.5°F | 135 mm5.3″ | Tropical |
| April | 27°C80.6°F | 235 mm9.3″ | Tropical |
| May | 26.5°C79.7°F | 175 mm6.9″ | Tropical |
| June | 25.5°C77.9°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| July | 24.5°C76.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Warm |
| August | 25°C77°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 26°C78.8°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 26.5°C79.7°F | 100 mm3.9″ | Tropical |
| November | 26.5°C79.7°F | 115 mm4.5″ | Tropical |
| December | 27°C80.6°F | 90 mm3.5″ | Tropical |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Sao Tome and Principe?
The best months to visit Sao Tome and Principe for sunny, dry weather are June, July, August, September. The warmest month is February (27.5°C / 81.5°F average), and the driest is July (~1 mm / 0 in rainfall).
What is the climate of Sao Tome and Principe?
Sao Tome and Principe has country-wide monthly average temperatures ranging from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in July to 27.5°C / 81.5°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1098 mm / 43.2 in, with the wettest month being April (235 mm / 9.3 in) and the driest July (1 mm / 0 in). Regional variation within Sao Tome and Principe can be significant — see subdivision or city pages for detail.
What is the hottest month in Sao Tome and Principe?
The hottest month in Sao Tome and Principe is February, with a country-wide average temperature of 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Sao Tome and Principe?
The coldest month in Sao Tome and Principe is July, with a country-wide average temperature of 24.5°C / 76.1°F.
When does it rain most in Sao Tome and Principe?
The wettest month in Sao Tome and Principe is April, averaging about 235 mm / 9.3 in of rain. The driest is July with about 1 mm / 0 in.