Climate overview of Cameroon
Part of the country is one of the wettest areas of the continent of Africa. The rainy season starts from April and lasts till November and most precipitation falls along the coast.
Most of Cameroon has a fairly constant temperature of around 30°C (86°F) during the day year-round and 20°C (68°F) to 24°C (75°F) at the end of the night.
The best travel time for a holiday in Cameroon is the period from December to February. This is the driest and most sunny period.
Popular cities by month
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Douala
Yaoundé
Kribi
Limbe
Bamenda
Ngaoundere
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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.
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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.
| Douala | 28°C (82°F) – 32°C (90°F) | 23°C (73°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 3155 mm (124 in) | 1,721 hours |
| Yaoundé | 28°C (82°F) – 32°C (90°F) | 20°C (68°F) – 21°C (70°F) | 1676 mm (66 in) | 1,750 hours |
| Kribi | 27°C (81°F) – 30°C (86°F) | 24°C (75°F) – 25°C (77°F) | 3142 mm (124 in) | — |
| Limbe | 26°C (79°F) – 29°C (84°F) | 23°C (73°F) – 24°C (75°F) | 4032 mm (159 in) | 1,721 hours |
| Bamenda | 23°C (73°F) – 31°C (88°F) | 14°C (57°F) – 17°C (63°F) | 2773 mm (109 in) | 2,431 hours |
| Ngaoundere | 26°C (79°F) – 34°C (93°F) | 15°C (59°F) – 20°C (68°F) | 2116 mm (83 in) | 2,471 hours |
FAQ
What is the best time to visit Cameroon?
The warmest month in Yoko is February, with daytime highs of 35°C (95°F). Ngaoundere is the sunniest destination, with 291 hours of sunshine in December. Cameroon has distinct dry (December to February) and wet (April to October) seasons. Explore Cameroon weather by month for a detailed breakdown.
What temperatures can I expect in Cameroon?
Yoko is the warmest destination, reaching 35°C (95°F) in February with nights around 21°C (70°F). Bamenda is the coolest, with January daytime highs of just 23°C (73°F) and nights dropping to 14°C (57°F). See the city comparison for a full overview.
How much rain does Cameroon get?
Rainfall varies across Cameroon. Limbe is the wettest, receiving 4032 mm (159 in) per year, with July the wettest month at 561 mm (22 in). Ngaoundere is the driest at 2116 mm (83 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.
How sunny is Cameroon?
Ngaoundere is the sunniest destination in Cameroon, enjoying 2,471 hours of sunshine per year, with December the brightest month at 291 hours. Overall, Cameroon enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.
What is the climate like across Cameroon?
Douala has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in February and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 1,721 hours of sunshine and 3155 mm (124 in) of rain per year. Yaoundé has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in February and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 1,750 hours of sunshine and 1676 mm (66 in) of rain per year. Kribi has very warm summers reaching 30°C (86°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 27°C (81°F), with 0 hours of sunshine and 3142 mm (124 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.
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