When is the best time to go to São Tomé?

When is the best time to go to São Tomé? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in São Tomé are April and June
  • On average, the warmest months are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December
  • The rainiest months are October and November


Annual weather in São Tomé

Infographic of the best times to visit São Tomé
Infographic of the best times to visit São Tomé ©whereandwhen.net

Weather details in São Tomé month by month

To get all the information about the climate and weather in São Tomé for a specific month, click on the corresponding link below:

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Weather and climate in São Tomé

São Tomé enjoys a tropical savanna climate (with dry summer) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in São Tomé is 85°F (ranging from 79°F in july to 86°F in april). Annual rainfall is 100.9in, with a minimum of 0.8in in july and a maximum of 18.7in in november.
  • From january to may the climate is correct. the thermometer goes up to 86°F°C and, in may, 14 days of rain are expected.
  • Between the months of june and july the climate is favorable. The record temperature this month is 83°F.
  • In august the climate is just OK. It is for example 81°F as maximum temperature in august and you can expect to have 1.7in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • Between september and october the climate is beautiful. At lunchtime, it's 79°F in average and you can expect to have 16.4in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • From november to december the climate is passable, but still OK. In average, on the morning it is 83°F and it rains in december about 12.1in.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in São Tomé

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of São Tomé: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in São Tomé

Find out when São Tomé has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in São Tomé

  • Very low season in São Tomé
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, February, March, May, June and November.
  • Low season in São Tomé
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: July and October.
  • Peak season in São Tomé
    The largest number of tourists visiting São Tomé is during: April, August, September and December.

Figure: Visitor index for São Tomé month by month



Best time for low prices in São Tomé

Average prices of hotels in São Tomé month by month

Generally, November is the month with the lowest hotel prices in São Tomé. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, August is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price for flights to São Tomé

A return flight between London and São Tomé is generally cheaper if you go in may ($ 892 on average): this is the best time for travellers on a tight budget. In contrast, you may end up paying $ 681 more for your airline ticket to São Tomé if you go in august.

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