When to go · Republic of the Congo
Republic of the Congo in January
Good month. Short dry spell in the north: good gorilla month; hot and humid in Brazzaville.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Good
- Crowds
- Low
- Republic of the Congo
- Prices
- High
- Republic of the Congo
Verdict
Short dry spell in the north: good gorilla month; hot and humid in Brazzaville.
Weather in January
- Brazzaville and the south · Brazzaville, Dolisie, Poolhot
South of the equator: dry, overcast and cooler June–September; storms and flash floods November–December.
- Atlantic coast · Pointe-Noire, Conkouati, Loangohot
Cool grey dry season June–September; humpback whales offshore July–September.
- Northern forest · Odzala-Kokoua, Ouesso, Nouabalé-Ndokibest weather
Close to the equator: rain in every month; lodges favour December–March and June–September.
- Brazzaville31° / 22°, 14 rain days
Festivals and holidays
Dates as our data lists them. Moving holidays (lunar and Islamic calendars, Easter) shift every year: check the date for your year before you build a trip on it.
New Year's Day
1 Jan
Public holiday.
New Year
31 December – 1 January · Brazzaville
Family gatherings; restaurants and some hotels raise prices.
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · Republic of the Congo
- Low
- Prices · Republic of the Congo
- High
High-price month: see what to book ahead.
What to pack
- Light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and sunscreen
Where to go in January
Rated best or good this month
Northern forest
Best weather of the year (Odzala-Kokoua, Ouesso, Nouabalé-Ndoki)