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Bamenda weather in August (Cameroon)

What can you expect from the weather in Bamenda during August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Bamenda typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 23°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 16°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Bamenda in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 353 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 26 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 125 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Bamenda. January and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Bamenda climate page with graphs.

 

Bamenda, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 88%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 353 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 26 days  
HumidityHumidity 85% *  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Koundja, Cameroon (74 KM, 46 Miles).

Where to go in Cameroon in August

Find out more about the weather in Cameroon in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Bamenda in August?

For visitors traveling to Bamenda, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Camping
6/10

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