Yaounde, Cameroon Climate & Monthly Averages
The climate of Yaounde
Located in Cameroon, Yaounde experiences a tropical wet-and-dry climate with year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season. Afternoon temperatures peak near 88°F (31°C) in February and dip to about 80°F (26°C) in July, with around 70.6 inches (1794 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Climate quick facts
- Hottest month: February - highs near 88°F (31°C)
- Coldest month: July - highs near 80°F (26°C)
- Record high: 93°F (34°C) · Record low: 59°F (15°C) (2015–2024)
- Wettest month: October (29 rainy days) · Sunniest: January (10.0 h sun/day)
- Climate type: tropical wet-and-dry - year-round warmth split between a rainy season and a pronounced dry season
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on February. Highs average 88°F (31°C) and overnight lows stay near 70°F (21°C). The coolest month is July, with typical highs of 80°F (26°C) and lows around 68°F (20°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 93°F (34°C) and dropped as low as 59°F (15°C).
Rain, sun and snow
October is usually the wettest month. It brings about 11.2 inches (285 mm) of rain over 29 days, while January is the driest. January brings the most sunshine, averaging 10.0 hours of sun a day.
Monthly climate table
| Month | High | Low | Rain days | Precipitation | Sunshine | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 86° | 69° | 5 | 0.8 in | 10.0 h/day | 74% |
| February | 88° | 70° | 7 | 1.6 in | 9.8 h/day | 74% |
| March | 85° | 70° | 19 | 5.1 in | 8.6 h/day | 82% |
| April | 83° | 69° | 23 | 6.6 in | 8.5 h/day | 86% |
| May | 82° | 69° | 26 | 8.2 in | 8.6 h/day | 88% |
| June | 80° | 68° | 26 | 7.7 in | 8.3 h/day | 88% |
| July | 80° | 68° | 26 | 6.3 in | 7.8 h/day | 87% |
| August | 80° | 67° | 25 | 5.8 in | 7.5 h/day | 86% |
| September | 80° | 68° | 28 | 9.2 in | 7.8 h/day | 89% |
| October | 80° | 68° | 29 | 11.2 in | 7.7 h/day | 90% |
| November | 81° | 68° | 21 | 6.5 in | 8.9 h/day | 88% |
| December | 83° | 69° | 7 | 1.6 in | 9.9 h/day | 79% |
Yaounde month by month
Yaounde weather in January
January brings highs around 86°F (30°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 5 wet days - typically the driest month and the sunniest month of the year in Yaounde.
Yaounde weather in February
February brings highs around 88°F (31°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 7 wet days - typically the hottest month of the year in Yaounde.
Yaounde weather in March
March brings highs around 85°F (30°C), lows near 70°F (21°C), about 19 wet days.
Yaounde weather in April
April brings highs around 83°F (29°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 23 wet days.
Yaounde weather in May
May brings highs around 82°F (28°C), lows near 69°F (21°C), about 26 wet days.
Yaounde weather in June
June brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 26 wet days.
Yaounde weather in July
July brings highs around 80°F (26°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 26 wet days - typically the coldest month of the year in Yaounde.
Yaounde weather in August
August brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 67°F (20°C), about 25 wet days.
Yaounde weather in September
September brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 28 wet days.
Yaounde weather in October
October brings highs around 80°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 29 wet days - typically the wettest month of the year in Yaounde.
Yaounde weather in November
November brings highs around 81°F (27°C), lows near 68°F (20°C), about 21 wet days.
Yaounde weather in December
December brings highs around 83°F (28°C), lows near 69°F (20°C), about 7 wet days.
Seasons in Yaounde
March through May
March through May in Yaounde runs hot, with daytime highs averaging 84°F (29°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 68 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
June through August
June through August in Yaounde is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 77 days across the season.
September through November
September through November in Yaounde brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 80°F (27°C) and nights around 68°F (20°C); expect showers on roughly 78 days across the season.
December through February
December through February in Yaounde is hot, with daytime highs averaging 86°F (30°C) and nights around 69°F (21°C); expect showers on roughly 19 days across the season.
Climate questions, answered
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Best time to visit Yaounde
The best time to visit Yaounde is generally June to September and January to February, when these months combine the driest skies with the most comfortable heat. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 82°F (28°C).
Pack for Yaounde with lightweight, breathable clothing and strong sun protection for the hot months; a compact umbrella or rain shell - showers are a regular feature; moisture-wicking fabrics to cope with the humidity. Evenings can feel noticeably cooler than afternoons - February nights average 70°F (21°C).
Yaounde temperature records (2015-2024)
Derived from ERA5 reanalysis data, 2015–2024. Official station records may differ.