Best Time to Visit Cameroon
Best time to visit Cameroon: January, February and December. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Cameroon
Go in January, February and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Cameroon month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 69° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 87° | 70° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 86° | 70° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 84° | 69° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 69° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 81° | 69° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 79° | 68° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 67° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 68° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 80° | 68° | 10,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 82° | 68° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 84° | 69° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
What to pack, what to skip
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Cameroon is a country in Africa. Cameroon is a country in Africa with its capital at Yaounde. It has a population of about 28 million. The capital is Yaounde.
Right now it is 74°F (23°C) in Cameroon with light showers. It feels like 81°F. Today runs from 69°F to 80°F. Chance of precipitation is 93%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.4/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Cameroon is January, February and December. The climate is temperate. April, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 80°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cameroon today at 9.7/10. Visibility is down to 0,8 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Cameroon right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 6:33 PM, Oct 4 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 80° / 69°
Light showers · 93% rain · wind 7 mph
🌦️ 82° / 68°
Light showers · 90% rain · wind 8 mph
Quick facts about Cameroon
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 3°50′52.8″N 11°30′7.6″E (3.848, 11.5021) |
| Capital | Yaounde |
| Population | 28.000.000 |
| Area | 183.569 sq mi |
| ISO code | CM |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CMR |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| Languages | French, English |
| Calling code | +237 |
| Time zone | Africa/Douala |
| Local time | 6:33 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | January, February and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cameroon?
Cameroon is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 3.848, 11.5021. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cameroon right now?
It is currently 74°F (23°C) with light showers. Humidity is 89% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cameroon?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cameroon, which has a temperate climate. April, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cameroon in?
Cameroon observes Africa/Douala (UTC+01:00). The local time is 6:33 PM.
How many people live in Cameroon?
Cameroon has a population of approximately 28 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 4, 2026 at 6:33 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
