Bamenda Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Bamenda changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C (73°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 17°C (63°F) in February to around 14°C (57°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Bamenda is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2773 mm (109 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, September it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 413 mm (16 in) of precipitation, recorded across 26 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month December brings less rainfall, with 12 mm (0.5 in) over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Bamenda Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Bamenda. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.9 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Bamenda.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 86%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 56%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year