Bafut, Cameroon experiences average highs of 27°C (81°F) and lows of 16°C (61°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 20 rainy days per month. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Bafut, Cameroon Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Bafut, Cameroon. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
7.6/10
Best: January, February, November, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 27°C / 16°C
Feels Like 30°C / 17°C
Rainy Days 20
Rainfall 235 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 75%
Wind Speed 7 km/h
Dew Point 16°C
Hottest Month
32°C
February
Avg Low16°C
Rain3days
Coldest Month
15°C
January
Avg High31°C
Rain2days
Driest Month
0days
December
Avg High30°C
Avg Low15°C
Windiest Month
9 km/h
February (Gusts 33)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding April, May, July, August due to heavy rainfall.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:07
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:36
Live conditions—
Bafut on the map · live conditions
Bafut, Cameroon
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Cameroon
- City
- Bafut
- Population
- 25.6K
- Coordinates
- 6.08°, 10.10°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 17°C
Rain 29 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 23 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 16°C
Rain 2 days/mo
3/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 31°C / 15°C . Feb: 32°C / 16°C . Mar: 30°C / 17°C . Apr: 28°C / 17°C . May: 27°C / 17°C . Jun: 25°C / 17°C . Jul: 24°C / 16°C . Aug: 24°C / 17°C . Sep: 24°C / 16°C . Oct: 25°C / 16°C . Nov: 28°C / 16°C . Dec: 30°C / 15°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 15 mm. Feb: 35 mm. Mar: 166 mm. Apr: 281 mm. May: 328 mm. Jun: 361 mm. Jul: 399 mm. Aug: 344 mm. Sep: 423 mm. Oct: 384 mm. Nov: 83 mm. Dec: 1 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 39%. Feb: 37%. Mar: 72%. Apr: 84%. May: 88%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 92%. Aug: 90%. Sep: 91%. Oct: 89%. Nov: 73%. Dec: 50%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 9 km/h . Feb: 9 km/h . Mar: 8 km/h . Apr: 6 km/h . May: 6 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 8 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 6 km/h . Nov: 7 km/h . Dec: 8 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 6h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 11h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy Oppressive
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 39 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 32°C | Feb · 32°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 15°C | Jan · 15°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 462 mm | Sep · 423 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 9 km/h | Feb · 9 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February best
Excellent March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November best
Excellent December best
Excellent | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 31°C / 15°C | 31°C / 14°C | 2days (15 mm) Excellent | 10.9h Excellent | 39% Comfortable | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February best | 32°C / 16°C | 33°C / 16°C | 3days (35 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 37% Comfortable | 8.5 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 17°C | 32°C / 19°C | 18days (166 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 72% Muggy | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 28°C / 17°C | 32°C / 19°C | 26days (281 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 84% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 17°C | 30°C / 19°C | 31days (328 mm) Wet | 7.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 25°C / 17°C | 28°C / 18°C | 29days (361 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 24°C / 16°C | 26°C / 18°C | 30days (399 mm) Wet | 6.2h Fair | 92% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 24°C / 17°C | 26°C / 18°C | 29days (344 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 24°C / 16°C | 28°C / 18°C | 30days (423 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 16°C | 29°C / 17°C | 29days (384 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November best | 28°C / 16°C | 30°C / 17°C | 10days (83 mm) Wet | 9.7h Good | 73% Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| December best | 30°C / 15°C | 31°C / 15°C | 0days (1 mm) Excellent | 10.7h Excellent | 50% Moderate | 7.3 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Bafut are January, February, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Bafut, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Bafut is February, with average daytime highs of 32°C (90°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Bafut is January, with average overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Bafut is September, averaging 423mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Bafut runs through May, July, September, June, with the heaviest rainfall in May. Based on 10-year averages for Bafut.
Bafut receives approximately 100 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Bafut.
The least favorable months to visit Bafut are April, May, July, August, primarily due to heavy rainfall. For the best conditions, consider January, February, November, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Bafut is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Bafut is 75%, classified as moderate. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Average wind speeds in Bafut are 7 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 9 km/h (6 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 20 mph).
Bafut averages 2 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 76%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Bafut is 16°C (61°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Bafut has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Bafut ranges from 17°C (63°F) to 30°C (86°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Bafut, with a climate score of 6.9/10. Consider visiting during January, February, November, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Bafut, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 25°C (77°F) and 29 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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