Kumba, Cameroon experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 23 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.
Kumba, Cameroon Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Kumba, 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
4.1/10
Best: January, July, August, December
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 22°C
Feels Like 34°C / 27°C
Rainy Days 23
Rainfall 237 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 87%
Wind Speed 6 km/h
Dew Point 23°C
Hottest Month
34°C
February
Avg Low23°C
Rain6days
Coldest Month
22°C
July
Avg High26°C
Rain30days
Driest Month
4days
January
Avg High33°C
Avg Low23°C
Windiest Month
8 km/h
February (Gusts 25)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:12
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:36
Live conditions—
Kumba on the map · live conditions
Kumba, Cameroon
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Cameroon
- City
- Kumba
- Population
- 225K
- Coordinates
- 4.64°, 9.45°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 26 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 29 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 22°C
Rain 28 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 32°C
Avg Low 23°C
Rain 6 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: 33°C / 23°C . Feb: 34°C / 23°C . Mar: 31°C / 23°C . Apr: 30°C / 23°C . May: 29°C / 23°C . Jun: 28°C / 22°C . Jul: 26°C / 22°C . Aug: 27°C / 22°C . Sep: 27°C / 22°C . Oct: 28°C / 22°C . Nov: 29°C / 22°C . Dec: 31°C / 23°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 21 mm. Feb: 37 mm. Mar: 179 mm. Apr: 213 mm. May: 216 mm. Jun: 293 mm. Jul: 445 mm. Aug: 474 mm. Sep: 408 mm. Oct: 351 mm. Nov: 167 mm. Dec: 36 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 75%. Feb: 74%. Mar: 85%. Apr: 89%. May: 90%. Jun: 92%. Jul: 93%. Aug: 92%. Sep: 93%. Oct: 92%. Nov: 90%. Dec: 83%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 7 km/h . Feb: 8 km/h . Mar: 7 km/h . Apr: 7 km/h . May: 6 km/h . Jun: 6 km/h . Jul: 6 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: 10h. Mar: 8h. Apr: 8h. May: 7h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 6h. Aug: 6h. Sep: 6h. Oct: 6h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 10h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 8. Mar: UV 9. 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 24 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Feb 2025 · 34°C | Feb · 34°C |
| Coldest month | Jul 2025 · 22°C | Jul · 22°C |
| Wettest month | Oct 2025 · 638 mm | Aug · 474 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 8 km/h | Feb · 8 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January best
Fair 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Wet September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December best
Fair | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January best | 33°C / 23°C | 37°C / 27°C | 4days (21 mm) Good | 10.5h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Fair | View Details |
| February | 34°C / 23°C | 38°C / 28°C | 6days (37 mm) Good | 10.3h Excellent | 74% Muggy | 8.4 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 23°C | 37°C / 28°C | 25days (179 mm) Wet | 8.4h Good | 85% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 23°C | 36°C / 28°C | 26days (213 mm) Wet | 7.8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 8.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 23°C | 35°C / 28°C | 28days (216 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 27°C | 29days (293 mm) Wet | 6.8h Fair | 92% Very Muggy | 7.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 22°C | 31°C / 26°C | 30days (445 mm) Wet | 5.9h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 22°C | 31°C / 26°C | 29days (474 mm) Wet | 5.8h Fair | 92% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 27°C / 22°C | 32°C / 26°C | 29days (408 mm) Wet | 5.7h Fair | 93% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 22°C | 33°C / 26°C | 31days (351 mm) Wet | 6.1h Fair | 92% Very Muggy | 7 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 22°C | 35°C / 27°C | 25days (167 mm) Wet | 8.2h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December best | 31°C / 23°C | 36°C / 27°C | 9days (36 mm) Wet | 10h Excellent | 83% Humid | 7.2 Very High | Fair | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Kumba are January, July, August, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Kumba, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Kumba is February, with average daytime highs of 34°C (93°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Kumba is July, with average overnight lows of 22°C (71°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Kumba is August, averaging 474mm of precipitation across 29 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Kumba runs through October, July, June, August, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Kumba.
Kumba receives approximately 93 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Kumba.
The least favorable months to visit Kumba are March, April, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider January, July, August, December instead.
The annual average UV index in Kumba is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Kumba is 87%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Average wind speeds in Kumba are 6 km/h (4 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 8 km/h (5 mph) (gusts up to 25 km/h / 16 mph).
Kumba 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 Kumba is 23°C (73°F), which feels muggy and uncomfortable. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Kumba 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 Kumba ranges from 27°C (81°F) to 34°C (93°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 Kumba, with a climate score of 4.4/10. Consider visiting during January, July, August, December instead for better conditions.
For June in Kumba, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°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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