Franceville, Gabon: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
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Traveling to Franceville, Gabon? If you're planning to go to Franceville, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Franceville
- Important essentials for Franceville
- Activities for Franceville
- Franceville in January: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in February: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in March: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in April: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in May: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in June: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in July: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in August: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in September: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in October: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in November: weather and what to pack
- Franceville in December: weather and what to pack

About your travel guide
Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.
When to go to Franceville, Gabon
Based on the climate and weather in Franceville, the best time to go is July. See below for details.
Important essentials for Franceville, Gabon
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Franceville, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 ESSENTIALS
Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks aren't sold for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards may wear away. An unreadable vaccine card can have severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.
Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is an easy-to-carry plane-friendly option.
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Proof of COVID-19 vaccination/negative test
N95 masks
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID protection you can have.
Touchless thermometer
A touchless thermometer is important to have.
Other health necessities
Emergency water purifier
Some areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's useful to take an emergency water purifier like this one.
Travel first aid kit
This one is a good option.
Emergency rapid COVID-19 test
U.S. residents can get them free here. Otherwise, you can buy them here.
Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
Photography accessories
- cell phone photography gimbal
- camera drone for outdoor shots
- extra batteries
- extra memory cards
Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types C. This one should be appropriate for most countries, but you should check with your hotel.
Emergency phone
For this area, we suggest a good satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phoneHowever, in cities, a SIM card that works in Franceville may be sufficient. A good global SIM card is this one, but check the details before buying.
Airplane or car necessities
For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Franceville, Gabon by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Sunglasses
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Bug repellent
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
A rain jacket to layer with a jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
February
February in Franceville is extremely hot and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the high 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against UV rays:
Bug repellent
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and cool you.
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
March
If you are traveling to Franceville in March, you will notice that it can be very hot and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the high 80s F (low 30s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from the sun:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We suggest:
April
If you vacation in Franceville during April, you might notice that it can be sweltering and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 80s F (low 30s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Skirts
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Bug repellent
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Loose-fit shorts
A rain coat to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a great choice.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
May
May in Franceville is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Bug repellent
Sunglasses
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and guard against UV rays:
Waterproof sandals
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Loose-fit shorts
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
June
June in Franceville is hot and dry with little rain. Temperatures average in the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you cool and protect you from the sun:
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
Loose-fit shorts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Waterproof sandals
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants are vital in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is a great option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
July
Traveling to Franceville in July, you will notice that it is hot and very dry with almost no rain. Daytime temperatures are in the low 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Light skirts
Sandals
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Long and short sleeve shirts
Light dresses
You can find some great options here
Breathable footwear or sandals
Bug repellent
Extra socks
Sunscreen lotion
Short pants or heavy shorts
August
If you vacation in Franceville during August, you are likely to see that it is extremely warm and very dry with almost no rain. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Sunglasses
Waterproof sandals
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses can provide UV protection and help you stay cool.
Skirts
Breatheable shirts
A good breatheable shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
September
September in Franceville is pretty consistently hot. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters. During this time, temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) to 80s F (high 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and help you stay cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our pick:
Loose-fit shorts
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can make you comfortable and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
These pants can be a lifesaver in heavy rain.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We recommend:
October
In October, Franceville is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) and 5-10 days this month jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 60s F (high 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Franceville, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
Loose-fit shorts
Waterproof sandals
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can cool you down quickly and guard against the sun:
Bug repellent
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses offer UV protection and keep you cool.
Insulated water bottle
Our best choice:
Sunglasses
Skirts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings don't get wet. We recommend:
November
November for Franceville is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
Breatheable shirts
A cooling shirt can keep you cool and protect you from UV rays:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses include UV protection and keep you cool.
Waterproof sandals
Bug repellent
Insulated water bottle
Our first choice:
Loose-fit shorts
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Skirts
Sunglasses
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
Rain pants
Rain pants can be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
December
If you vacation in Franceville during December, you may see that it is hot and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 60s F (low 20s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.
What to wear/what to pack:
Sunscreen lotion, moderate SPF
Waterproof sandals
Sunglasses
Breatheable shirts
A breathing shirt can keep you comfortable and protect you from skin damage:
Loose-fit shorts
Skirts
Insulated water bottle
Our choice:
Cool and dry dresses
These dresses to provide UV protection and keep you cool.
Bug repellent
A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
Rain pants
These can be essential in a rainstorm.
Waterproof phone bag
Umbrella
This one is a perfect option.
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We like:
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