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Cameroon Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Cameroon in August.

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Considering a trip to Cameroon this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Cameroon in August

August in Cameroon generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 23°C (73°F) in Bamenda to 29°C (84°F) in Lomie. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 20°C (68°F) in Lomie and 16°C (61°F) in Bamenda. On average, August is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Douala.

For a closer look at conditions across Cameroon, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Yaoundé with an average of 129 mm (5.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Limbe with 518 mm (20 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Douala receives around 55 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cameroon — and find the best time to visit. (based on Douala)

January32°C (90°F) February32°C (90°F) March32°C (90°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly28°C (82°F) August28°C (82°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November31°C (88°F) December31°C (88°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Cameroon in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Cameroon.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Cameroon

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Cameroon?

Temperature range in Cameroon (August)

Precipitation variation in Cameroon (August)

Douala

In August Douala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
55 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
392 mm (15 in)
375 mm (15 in)
374 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
29 days
27 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Douala →

Yaoundé

In August Yaoundé generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
94 hours
84 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
193 mm (7.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
15 days
22 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Yaoundé →

Kribi

In August Kribi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
287 mm (11 in)
299 mm (12 in)
367 mm (14 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kribi →

Limbe

In August Limbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
71 hours
55 hours
91 hours
Monthly rainfall
561 mm (22 in)
518 mm (20 in)
481 mm (19 in)
Monthly rainy days
25 days
27 days
26 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Limbe →

Bamenda

In August Bamenda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
125 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
366 mm (14 in)
353 mm (14 in)
413 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
26 days
26 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bamenda →

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In our records: Cameroon August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Cameroon in our climate database (1992 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest August day in Cameroon brought 302 mm (12 in) in Douala on August 2, 2011.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Cameroon in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Douala 28°C (82°F) 23°C (73°F) 375 mm (15 in)
Yaoundé 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Kribi 27°C (81°F) 24°C (75°F) 299 mm (12 in)
Limbe 26°C (79°F) 23°C (73°F) 518 mm (20 in)
Bamenda 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 353 mm (14 in)
Ngaoundere 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 395 mm (16 in)

Cameroon weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cameroon in August?

In August, Cameroon generally has poor weather conditions. Douala sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Cameroon in August?

Douala averages a daytime maximum of 28°C (82°F) in August, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Cameroon get a lot of rain in August?

Rainfall in Cameroon peaks during August. Douala averages roughly 375 mm (15 in), so frequent and sometimes heavy showers are the norm.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Cameroon?

In our view, August might not be the best time to travel to Cameroon with often poor weather in Douala.

On average, the best time to visit Cameroon is in January with generally tolerable weather in Douala. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.

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