Yaoundé Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Yaoundé, Cameroon, has a stable climate with little temperature variation across the year. Average daytime temperatures hover around 29°C (84°F), peaking in February at 32°C (90°F) and dipping in July to 28°C (82°F).
The city receives considerable rainfall, with around 1676 mm (66 in) annually. October is the wettest month. December is the sunniest month, averaging 6.1 hours of sunshine per day.
Monthly Temperature in Yaoundé
With minimal seasonal shifts, Yaoundé experiences a constant climate year-round. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in February to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 21°C (70°F) in February to around 20°C (68°F) during the colder months.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Yaoundé
Yaoundé has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1676 mm (66 in) of rainfall per year. The climate in Yaoundé shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in October, the wettest month, with an average of 243 mm (9.6 in) of precipitation over 24 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 43 mm (1.7 in) of rainfall over 3 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Yaoundé Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Yaoundé
For those who appreciate different seasons, Yaoundé serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 2.8 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Yaoundé by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 86%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Yaoundé
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 1 m/s (2 knots) in January, May, October, November and December to 2 m/s (4 knots) in February, March, April, June, July, August and September. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Yaoundé 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Yaoundé
With its warm weather, Yaoundé experiences temperatures from 28°C (82°F) to 32°C (90°F) throughout the year. January, February and December offers the driest weather, which makes it a good time to visit.It's smart to plan your activities during the cooler morning hours or take advantage of the refreshing evenings.
Note that April, May, June, September, October and November make up the rainy season, with heavier precipitation expected. Wondering where to travel based on your weather preferences? Our recommendation tool helps you find destinations with your ideal climate conditions. Use our weather planner to find your perfect destination.
