Weather in January in Cameroon
Planning a getaway to Cameroon this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Cameroon in January?
January in Cameroon generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from warm in Limbe at 29°C to very warm in Yoko at 34°C. At night it cools down to 19°C in Yoko and 24°C in Limbe. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.For specific regional insights in Cameroon, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ngaoundere with an average of 0.1 mm to high rainfall in Kribi with 125 mm. Based on our climate data it is the driest month of the year in Douala.Average sunshine
The city Douala usually sees around 194 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.For an in-depth overview of the yearly conditions, do visit our Cameroon climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Cameroon?
Douala
In January Douala generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Yaoundé
In January Yaoundé generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Kribi
In January Kribi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Limbe
In January Limbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Bamenda
In January Bamenda generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Cameroon?
We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Cameroon with overall pleasant weather in Douala.
Generally speaking, January provides pleasant weather in Douala. On the other hand, the months of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have poor weather conditions.
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