Bamenda Climate by Month
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from very warm conditions
to warm.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average day and night temperature
The weather in Bamenda changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 23°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 14°C during these months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Bamenda is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2773 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, September receives heavy rainfall, averaging 413 mm of precipitation, recorded across 26 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, December brings less rainfall, with 12 mm over 2 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
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.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Bamenda.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Bamenda 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:
Yes, the months of January and December are very dry.
February has an average maximum temperature of 31°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 23°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 413 mm of rainfall.
December is the driest month with 12 mm of precipitation.
December is the sunniest month with an average of 268 hours of sunshine.
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