Douala, CameroonQuick decision
When to visit Douala?
🌞 Best time overall
January
🌡️ Optimal temperature
24°C–32°C in January
🌧 Least rain
56% rainy days in January
🌧 Wettest month
March (81%)
📅 Best score
7.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
The Pagoda & central marketYear-round — colonial architecture, bustling market.
Mount CameroonNov–Mar — West Africa's highest peak, 2–3 day trek.
Cameroonian cuisineYear-round — ndolé, grilled fish, bean-banana fritters.
BudgetDec–Feb — dry season, affordable regional flights.
Monthly climate data
Douala weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 24°C | 32°C | 56% | 1.8 | 10.1h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ February | 25°C | 32°C | 61% | 2.5 | 10.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 24°C | 32°C | 81% | 7.1 | 8.8h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌦️ April | 24°C | 31°C | 84% | 9.0 | 9.0h | 6.4/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 24°C | 30°C | 91% | 10.9 | 8.7h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 23°C | 29°C | 95% | 12.6 | 8.4h | 6.1/10 |
| 🌦️ July | 23°C | 28°C | 95% | 10.1 | 8.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 23°C | 28°C | 91% | 9.8 | 7.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 23°C | 28°C | 97% | 10.9 | 7.7h | 6.5/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 23°C | 29°C | 97% | 12.2 | 8.5h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 24°C | 30°C | 92% | 8.6 | 9.5h | 6.5/10 |
| ⛅ December | 24°C | 31°C | 63% | 2.8 | 10.2h | 7.2/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
🌴 Tropical destination — heavy rain months benefit from an algorithmic adjustment: tropical showers are intense but brief and usually don't ruin a trip.
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Acceptable
Average 31°C, 85% rainy days, 8.8h sunshine/day. Score: 6.2/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 28°C, 94% rainy days, 8.1h sunshine/day. Score: 6.7/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Acceptable
Average 29°C, 95% rainy days, 8.6h sunshine/day. Score: 6.3/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 32°C, 60% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.2/10.
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FAQ
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January is ideal with 56% rainy days and 32°C. The months of January & December offer comparable conditions.
March is the wettest month with 81% rainy days.
Yes, January is the best month with an average of 32°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.2/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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