Climate Chart of Yaounde, Cameroon
Monthly data: Temperature °C, Rain (mm), Sunshine (h) · 2013–2023
For Yaounde, Cameroon, the climate data cover 2013–2023. The supplied monthly averages describe a generally warm year, with mean temperatures spanning from July / August at 22.2 °C to February at 25.0 °C. Rainfall and sunshine also show distinct monthly peaks: the highest mean daily rainfall occurs in October at 8.78 mm/day, while mean daily sunshine reaches its highest level in January at 9.95 hours/day. These are monthly averages, not guarantees for any particular day.
Climate overview
Temperature
Monthly mean temperatures are highest in February, at 25.0 °C. The coolest monthly means are shared by July / August, at 22.2 °C. These figures describe average temperatures across each month, not daytime highs; they offer a broad guide to the temperature pattern rather than describing daily swings. The unweighted mean across the calendar-month means is 23.2 °C, a summary that does not weight months by their number of days.
Rain
Mean daily rainfall is lowest in January, at 0.80 mm/day, and highest in October, at 8.78 mm/day. These monthly daily means help identify when average rainfall is lower or higher, but they are not monthly totals and do not reveal how often rain falls or whether a particular day will be wet. Across the calendar-month means, the unweighted mean daily amount is 4.88 mm/day.
Sunshine
Mean daily sunshine reaches its highest level in January, at 9.95 hours/day, and its lowest in October, at 7.34 hours/day. The unweighted mean across the calendar-month means is 8.45 hours/day per day. These figures describe average sunshine duration, not daylight length, and cannot promise how sunny a particular day will be.
Best Travel Time Guide for Yaounde, Cameroon: Ideal Seasons and Weather Insights
If lower average rainfall is a priority, January is the conditional option in this data, with mean daily rainfall of 0.80 mm/day. That average does not guarantee dry days or show rain frequency, so retain flexible plans and check conditions close to travel. For a cooler monthly average, consider July / August, when the mean temperature is 22.2 °C; this is not a daytime maximum and does not describe the range of temperatures within a day. If planning outdoor sightseeing around average sunshine, January has 9.95 hours/day of mean daily sunshine, whereas October has 7.34 hours/day. Sunshine duration is not day length, and neither average guarantees the conditions on your visit. Rain preparation is particularly relevant to October, when mean daily rainfall is 8.78 mm/day. This monthly average does not tell you how rain is distributed across days, so it is a planning reference rather than a forecast.
Climate Data Overview for Yaounde, Cameroon
Explore the comprehensive climate data for Yaounde, Cameroon. This detailed table provides valuable insights into temperature variations, precipitation levels, and seasonal changes, helping you understand the unique weather patterns of this region.
| Month | Average: Temperature °C | Rain (mm) / day | Snow (mm) / day | Sunshine (h) / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24.3 | 0.80 | 0.00 | 9.95 |
| Feb | 25.0 | 1.51 | 0.00 | 9.72 |
| Mar | 24.2 | 4.33 | 0.00 | 8.57 |
| Apr | 23.7 | 5.89 | 0.00 | 8.33 |
| May | 23.3 | 6.75 | 0.00 | 8.51 |
| Jun | 22.6 | 6.34 | 0.00 | 8.25 |
| Jul | 22.2 | 4.85 | 0.00 | 7.75 |
| Aug | 22.2 | 4.72 | 0.00 | 7.39 |
| Sep | 22.3 | 7.36 | 0.00 | 7.71 |
| Oct | 22.4 | 8.78 | 0.00 | 7.34 |
| Nov | 22.9 | 5.84 | 0.00 | 8.34 |
| Dec | 23.7 | 1.41 | 0.00 | 9.55 |
| Average | 23.2 | 4.88 | 0.00 | 8.45 |
