Cameroon

Cameroon Weather in October

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

Planning a journey to Cameroon this October and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Cameroon in October

October in Cameroon generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from warm in Bamenda at 25°C (77°F) to very warm in Edéa at 30°C (86°F). At night it cools down to 23°C (73°F) in Edéa and 16°C (61°F) in Bamenda. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

To explore the conditions in Cameroon in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Lomie with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in) to heavy rainfall in Limbe with 447 mm (18 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Douala, you can expect around 132 hours of sunlight in October, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Cameroon by month

Best Places to Visit in Cameroon in October

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

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Cameroon?

Temperature range in Cameroon (October)

Precipitation variation in Cameroon (October)

Douala

In October Douala generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
29°C (84°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
132 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
374 mm (15 in)
361 mm (14 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
27 days
25 days
13 days
Weather conditions

Yaoundé

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

September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
132 hours
169 hours
Monthly rainfall
193 mm (7.6 in)
243 mm (9.6 in)
167 mm (6.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
22 days
24 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Kribi

In October Kribi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
367 mm (14 in)
342 mm (13 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
23 days
24 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Limbe

In October Limbe generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
91 hours
132 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
481 mm (19 in)
447 mm (18 in)
286 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
24 days
12 days
Weather conditions

Bamenda

In October Bamenda generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

September
October
November
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
137 hours
187 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
413 mm (16 in)
329 mm (13 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
26 days
23 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Cameroon.

Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Douala 30°C (86°F) 24°C (75°F) 361 mm (14 in)
Yaoundé 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Kribi 28°C (82°F) 24°C (75°F) 342 mm (13 in)
Limbe 27°C (81°F) 23°C (73°F) 447 mm (18 in)
Bamenda 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 329 mm (13 in)
Ngaoundere 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)

Cameroon weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Cameroon in October?

In October, Cameroon generally has poor weather conditions. Douala sees daytime temperatures near 30°C (86°F), with nights cooling to roughly 24°C (75°F).

What is the average temperature in Cameroon in October?

Daytime temperatures in Douala peak at roughly 30°C (86°F) in October, dropping to about 24°C (75°F) overnight.

Does Cameroon get a lot of rain in October?

Yes. October brings heavy rainfall to Cameroon, with Douala averaging around 361 mm (14 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is October a Good Time to Visit Cameroon?

In our opinion, October may not be the ideal time to visit Cameroon due to the typically poor weather in Douala.

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

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Cameroon.

Weather and climate has detailed information for every country in the world. Are you going to Cameroon? Get detailed historical weather averages for many cities in Cameroon.

Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.

Bucket list

Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.