Douala · AutumnMonth summary
Douala weather in October
⚠️ Fair
🌡️ Temperature min / max
23°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
97% of days
☀️ Sunshine
8.5h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Autumn
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
6.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (7.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Douala in October?
⚠️ Fair
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Not the best window: 97% rain risk and 8.5h of sunshine. January is much safer.
By trip type
Douala in October by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ⚠️ Possible
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ❌ Not recommended
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in October
🎯 Harvest season — fresh local produce at markets and restaurants Autumn marks the end of peak season in Douala. Temperatures drop (29°C) and rain returns (97% of days). With 97% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (7.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | 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
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In October, Douala averages 29°C, 97% rainy days and 8.5h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 6.0/10.
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Comparison
October vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 7.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +3°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -41%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.6h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Douala in October
Is October a good time to visit Douala?
October is an acceptable time for Douala (score 6.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (7.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Douala in October?
Yes, 97% of days see rain in October. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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