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Bafoussam Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation, transitioning from very warm conditions to warm. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The climate in Bafoussam experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in February to a comfortable 24°C in December.

Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 16°C in December. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Bafoussam is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1797 mm. The seasons in Bafoussam, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 293 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 26 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 6.2 mm over 2 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Bafoussam Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Bafoussam, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.9 hours in December. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 4.2 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Koundja, Cameroon (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Koundja, Cameroon (41 KM, 25 Miles).

Forecast for Bafoussam

Wed   Jan 15
30°C | 14°C
E 4 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Thu   Jan 16
31°C | 15°C
E 4 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
32°C | 15°C
S 5 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Bafoussam in Cameroon

During the months of June, July, August, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Does Bafoussam have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of January and December are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Bafoussam?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Bafoussam?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 24°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Bafoussam?
    August tops the wettest month list with 293 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Bafoussam?
    December is the driest month with 6 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Bafoussam?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 268 hours of sunshine.

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