Average Monthly Sunshine in Bafoussam

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Bafoussam receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Seasonal sunshine in Bafoussam varies. It peaks at 268 hours in December and drops to 125 hours in August. The total annual amount of sun is 2431 hours.

Daily hours of sunshine

For those who appreciate different seasons, Bafoussam serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 8.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 4.2 hours of daily sunlight.

Bafoussam’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Bafoussam enjoys an average of 2431 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

Athens, Greece, enjoys 2769 hours of sunshine each year, making it one of the sunniest destinations in the Mediterranean region.

In contrast, London, UK, receives only about 1659 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

The climate in San Francisco, USA, includes 3072 hours of sunshine annually, thanks to its mild coastal weather.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

August, Bafoussam’s wettest month, receives 22 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 24°C. During the driest month December you can expect a temperature of 29°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Bafoussam Precipitation page.