Our verdict
The best time to visit Sao Tome is June-September
In the summer months, temperatures tend to get to a maximum of around 29℃ (85℉). The average low temperatures in winter float around 24℃ (74℉), while the coldest it gets down to is about 18℃ (64℉).
The longest days between sunrise and sunset in Sao Tome are usually in March, so if you want to get the most out of your daytime activities, be sure to plan your visit around this time. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Sao Tome in November – It’s the wettest month of the year.
If you want to learn everything you need to know about the best times to travel to Sao Tome, the weather and stats by month and so much more, make sure you keep reading. Once you’re ready, we’ve included a bunch of our favourite online booking tools to help you find the best deals on flights, accommodation and anything else you’ll need for your trip. Happy reading!
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Sao Tome seasons
Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Sao Tome as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Sao Tome is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:
| Season | Months |
|---|---|
| Summer | June to August |
| Autumn/fall | September to November |
| Winter | December to February |
| Spring | March to May |
Average temperatures in Sao Tome
If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Sao Tome for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.
Sao Tome climate by month
If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Sao Tome for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.
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Sao Tome in January
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 130mm (5") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in January, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in February
- Average temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 4 days
- Average rainfall: 100mm (4") over 23 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in February, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in March
- Average temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 76%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 119mm (5") over 24 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in March, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in April
- Average temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
- Average high temperature: 29℃ (84℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average humidity: 77%
- Average sunny days: 6 days
- Average rainfall: 126mm (5") over 22 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in April, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in May
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 80%
- Average sunny days: 9 days
- Average rainfall: 122mm (5") over 21 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in May, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in June
- Average temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 17 days
- Average rainfall: 18mm (1") over 7 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in June, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in July
- Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (74℉)
- Average humidity: 82%
- Average sunny days: 15 days
- Average rainfall: 10mm (0") over 8 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in August
- Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
- Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average low temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 8 days
- Average rainfall: 20mm (1") over 12 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in September
- Average temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (78℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 5 days
- Average rainfall: 35mm (1") over 16 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in September, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
Sao Tome in October
- Average temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average high temperature: 26℃ (80℉)
- Average low temperature: 25℃ (78℉)
- Average humidity: 83%
- Average sunny days: 3 days
- Average rainfall: 220mm (9") over 25 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in October, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in November
- Average temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 26℃ (79℉)
- Average humidity: 81%
- Average sunny days: 2 days
- Average rainfall: 224mm (9") over 27 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in November, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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Sao Tome in December
- Average temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average high temperature: 27℃ (81℉)
- Average low temperature: 27℃ (80℉)
- Average humidity: 79%
- Average sunny days: 2 days
- Average rainfall: 159mm (6") over 29 days
of pure sunshine
of showers or rain
What to pack: If you’re heading to Sao Tome in December, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.
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