Buea, Cameroon experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 21°C (70°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 25 rainy days per month. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Buea, Cameroon Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Buea, 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
6.4/10
Best: January, July, August, December
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 21°C
Feels Like 31°C / 25°C
Rainy Days 25
Rainfall 347 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 90%
Wind Speed 7 km/h
Dew Point 22°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low22°C
Rain13days
Coldest Month
20°C
August
Avg High24°C
Rain30days
Driest Month
12days
January
Avg High28°C
Avg Low21°C
Windiest Month
8 km/h
February (Gusts 29)
Sea Temperature
27°C – 30°C
Warmest water: April (
30.3°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:14
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:36
Live conditions—
Buea on the map · live conditions
Buea, Cameroon
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Cameroon
- City
- Buea
- Population
- 140.5K
- Coordinates
- 4.15°, 9.24°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 24°C
Avg Low 20°C
Rain 30 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 25°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 29 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 21°C
Rain 14 days/mo
2/3 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: 28°C / 21°C . Feb: 29°C / 22°C . Mar: 28°C / 22°C . Apr: 27°C / 22°C . May: 27°C / 22°C . Jun: 25°C / 21°C . Jul: 24°C / 20°C . Aug: 24°C / 20°C . Sep: 25°C / 20°C . Oct: 25°C / 21°C . Nov: 26°C / 21°C . Dec: 27°C / 21°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 47 mm. Feb: 72 mm. Mar: 238 mm. Apr: 253 mm. May: 329 mm. Jun: 394 mm. Jul: 716 mm. Aug: 610 mm. Sep: 699 mm. Oct: 531 mm. Nov: 202 mm. Dec: 70 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 82%. Mar: 88%. Apr: 90%. May: 91%. Jun: 93%. Jul: 94%. Aug: 93%. Sep: 94%. Oct: 93%. Nov: 90%. Dec: 86%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 7 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 6 km/h . May: 6 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 7 km/h . Aug: 7 km/h . Sep: 7 km/h . Oct: 6 km/h . Nov: 6 km/h . Dec: 6 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: 9h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 30°C . Mar: 30°C . Apr: 30°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 27°C . Sep: 28°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 5. Jul: UV 4. Aug: UV 4. Sep: UV 5. Oct: UV 6. 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 wetter by about 92 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 29°C | Feb · 29°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 20°C | Aug · 20°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 1038 mm | Jul · 716 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 8 km/h | Feb · 8 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Excellent 
February
Fair March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December best
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 28°C / 21°C | 32°C / 25°C | 12days (47 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 83% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 13days (72 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| March | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 28days (238 mm) Wet | 8.9h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 27°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 27days (253 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 27°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 29days (329 mm) Wet | 7.9h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 6.6 High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 25°C / 21°C | 30°C / 24°C | 30days (394 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 93% Very Muggy | 5.2 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 24°C / 20°C | 28°C / 23°C | 31days (716 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 94% Very Muggy | 4.3 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 24°C / 20°C | 28°C / 23°C | 30days (610 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 4.1 Moderate | Wet | View Details |
| September | 25°C / 20°C | 29°C / 24°C | 30days (699 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 94% Very Muggy | 5.1 High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 25°C / 21°C | 30°C / 24°C | 30days (531 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 5.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 26°C / 21°C | 31°C / 25°C | 27days (202 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 27°C / 21°C | 32°C / 25°C | 18days (70 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 86% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Buea are January, July, August, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Buea, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Buea is February, with average daytime highs of 29°C (83°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Buea is August, with average overnight lows of 20°C (68°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Buea is July, averaging 716mm of precipitation across 31 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Buea runs through July, June, August, September, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Buea.
Buea receives approximately 98 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Buea.
The least favorable months to visit Buea are February, March, April, primarily due to heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, July, August, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Buea is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Buea is 90%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 29°C (84°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Buea are 7 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 29 km/h / 18 mph).
Buea averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 83%. The clearest skies occur in February.
The annual average dew point in Buea is 22°C (72°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Buea 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 Buea ranges from 25°C (77°F) to 31°C (88°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 Buea, with a climate score of 6.5/10. Consider visiting during January, July, August, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Buea, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 25°C (77°F) and 30 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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