The best time to visit São Tomé and Príncipe

São Tomé and Príncipe sits on the Equator, so it is warm all year. The main difference is rain.

The dry season (June to September)

The gravana, the cool dry season, is the most comfortable for hiking and long road trips. Skies are often grey in the mornings but the trails are drier and the sea is cooler.

The rainy season (October to May)

Expect short, heavy showers and lush green landscapes. This is the season for sea turtle nesting (October to March) and humpback whales (August to October).

Our advice

There is no bad month, only different experiences. Tell us what you want to see and we will recommend the best dates.