Douala Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Douala remains fairly constant, offering very warm temperatures throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C (90°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a comfortable 28°C (82°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) in February to around 23°C (73°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Douala is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 3155 mm (124 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, July it receives heavy rainfall, averaging 392 mm (15 in) of precipitation, recorded across 26 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month January brings less rainfall, with 77 mm (3 in) over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Douala 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 Douala. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.5 hours, August marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 1.8 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 88%. In February, 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