Douala weather in March (Cameroon)

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

In March, Douala generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 32°C. But by evening, they drop to around 25°C.

While these temperatures are typical, some days might be even hotter. Always be prepared for the unexpected spikes in warmth. Dressing in lightweight and breathable outfits will help you stay cool. Don't forget to stay hydrated and wear sun protection to handle the heat better.

Douala in March falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 217 mm for the month. Typically around 15 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 170 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March 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 March

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 32°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 217 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 80%  

Sunshine 170 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cameroon in March

Find out more about the weather in Cameroon in March 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 March?

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 March.

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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