Douala, Cameroon experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 26 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.
Douala, Cameroon Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Douala, Cameroon. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jun–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.2/10
Best: June, July, August, September
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 29°C / 24°C
Feels Like 35°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 26
Rainfall 270 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 88%
Wind Speed 11 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain20days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High27°C
Rain29days
Driest Month
19days
January
Avg High30°C
Avg Low24°C
Windiest Month
13 km/h
February (Gusts 34)
Sea Temperature
28°C – 31°C
Warmest water: May (
31°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding February, March, April, May due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:12
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:34
Live conditions—
Douala on the map · live conditions
Douala, Cameroon
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Cameroon
- City
- Douala
- Population
- 1.3M
- Coordinates
- 4.05°, 9.70°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 29 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 29 days/mo
1/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 20 days/mo
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: 30°C / 24°C . Feb: 31°C / 25°C . Mar: 30°C / 25°C . Apr: 30°C / 24°C . May: 29°C / 24°C . Jun: 28°C / 23°C . Jul: 27°C / 23°C . Aug: 27°C / 23°C . Sep: 27°C / 23°C . Oct: 28°C / 23°C . Nov: 29°C / 24°C . Dec: 30°C / 24°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 61 mm. Feb: 72 mm. Mar: 216 mm. Apr: 233 mm. May: 279 mm. Jun: 327 mm. Jul: 473 mm. Aug: 391 mm. Sep: 446 mm. Oct: 416 mm. Nov: 239 mm. Dec: 89 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 85%. Feb: 84%. Mar: 86%. Apr: 87%. May: 89%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 91%. Aug: 90%. Sep: 91%. Oct: 91%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 87%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 12 km/h . Feb: 13 km/h . Mar: 12 km/h . Apr: 10 km/h . May: 9 km/h . Jun: 10 km/h . Jul: 10 km/h . Aug: 11 km/h . Sep: 10 km/h . Oct: 9 km/h . Nov: 10 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 10h. Feb: 10h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 8h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 6h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 7h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 30°C . Feb: 31°C . Mar: 31°C . Apr: 31°C . May: 31°C . Jun: 30°C . Jul: 28°C . Aug: 28°C . Sep: 29°C . Oct: 29°C . Nov: 30°C . Dec: 30°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 8. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 7. Nov: UV 7. Dec: UV 7.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending wetter by about 58 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 31°C | Feb · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 23°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 868 mm | Jul · 473 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 14 km/h | Feb · 13 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Wet 
February
Wet March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June best
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September best
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 30°C | 19days (61 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 85% Humid | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 20days (72 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 27days (216 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 30°C | 25days (233 mm) Wet | 8.1h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 8.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 27days (279 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 28°C | 28days (327 mm) Wet | 7.1h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 23°C | 32°C / 27°C | 30days (473 mm) Wet | 6.1h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 23°C | 32°C / 27°C | 29days (391 mm) Wet | 6.3h Fair | 90% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 27°C / 23°C | 33°C / 28°C | 30days (446 mm) Wet | 6.4h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 23°C | 34°C / 28°C | 30days (416 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 28days (239 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 24°C | 36°C / 30°C | 21days (89 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 87% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Douala are June, July, August, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Douala, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Douala is February, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Douala is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (73°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Douala is July, averaging 473mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Douala runs through July, September, October, August, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Douala.
Douala receives approximately 96 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 10 hours. Based on climate data for Douala.
The least favorable months to visit Douala are February, March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September instead.
The annual average UV index in Douala is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Douala is 88%, 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 30°C (86°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Douala are 11 km/h (7 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 13 km/h (8 mph) (gusts up to 34 km/h / 21 mph).
Douala averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 80%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Douala is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Douala has a Tropical Rainforest climate, classified as Af 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 Douala ranges from 29°C (84°F) to 35°C (95°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 Douala, with a climate score of 4.5/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September instead for better conditions.
For June in Douala, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 28 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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