Yaoundé weather in January (Cameroon)

Curious about the January weather in Yaoundé? This guide provides all the details you need.

In January, Yaoundé generally has very high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 21°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Yaoundé in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 43 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 173 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a prime time to visit Yaoundé. January, February, June, July, August, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Yaoundé climate page with graphs.

 

Yaoundé, monthly averages in January

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 43 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 79%  

Windspeed 4 km/h  

Sunshine 173 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cameroon in January

Find out more about the weather in Cameroon in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Yaoundé in January?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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