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Douala weather in April (Cameroon)

Interested in knowing the climate of Douala in April? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

In April, Douala tends to experience very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 32°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 25°C. Although these are average temperatures, some days can be hotter. Wear cool, breathable clothing and protect yourself from the sun.

Precipitation

Douala in April falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 285 mm for the month. You can typically expect 18 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With about 177 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

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

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

 

Douala, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 285 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
SunshineSunshine 177 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cameroon in April

Find out more about the weather in Cameroon and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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