Douala weather in July (Cameroon)

How is the weather in Douala in July? This guide provides all the details you need.

In July, Douala typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 28°C, while night temperatures can drop to 23°C.

Douala in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 392 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 26 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 71 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Douala. January typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Douala, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 23°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 85%  

Precipitation 392 mm  

Rainy days 26 days  

Humidity 87%  

Sunshine 71 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cameroon in July

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Douala in July?

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 in July.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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