August in Douala brings high temperatures, with highs of 28°C (82°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
August in Douala has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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44-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Douala typically stay consistent throughout August, with daily highs averaging around 28°C (82°F). Nights are warm, with lows around 23°C (73°F).
44-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Douala spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Douala between 2001 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in Cameroon and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Cameroon in August →
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).
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in August. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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