Limbe, Cameroon experiences average highs of 28°C (82°F) and lows of 24°C (75°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 27 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.
Limbe, Cameroon Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Limbe, Cameroon. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Jul–Oct At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
3.6/10
Best: June, July, August, September, October
UV Index
7
High
Temperature 28°C / 24°C
Feels Like 34°C / 30°C
Rainy Days 27
Rainfall 350 mm
Sunshine 8 h
Humidity 89%
Wind Speed 10 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
29°C
February
Avg Low25°C
Rain19days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High26°C
Rain30days
Driest Month
19days
February
Avg High29°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
11 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, May due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:14
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:36
Live conditions—
Limbe on the map · live conditions
Limbe, Cameroon
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Cameroon
- City
- Limbe
- Population
- 131.4K
- Coordinates
- 4.02°, 9.21°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 27 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 30 days/mo
3/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 30 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 29°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 21 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: 29°C / 25°C . Feb: 29°C / 25°C . Mar: 29°C / 25°C . Apr: 29°C / 25°C . May: 28°C / 25°C . Jun: 27°C / 24°C . Jul: 26°C / 24°C . Aug: 26°C / 23°C . Sep: 26°C / 24°C . Oct: 27°C / 24°C . Nov: 28°C / 25°C . Dec: 28°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 71 mm. Feb: 102 mm. Mar: 222 mm. Apr: 244 mm. May: 358 mm. Jun: 442 mm. Jul: 692 mm. Aug: 560 mm. Sep: 633 mm. Oct: 527 mm. Nov: 236 mm. Dec: 108 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 87%. Feb: 86%. Mar: 88%. Apr: 88%. May: 89%. Jun: 90%. Jul: 91%. Aug: 91%. Sep: 91%. Oct: 91%. Nov: 89%. Dec: 88%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 10 km/h . Feb: 11 km/h . Mar: 10 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: 10 km/h . Nov: 9 km/h . Dec: 10 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 9h. Apr: 9h. May: 8h. Jun: 7h. Jul: 7h. Aug: 7h. Sep: 7h. 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 8. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 7. Jun: UV 6. Jul: UV 6. Aug: UV 6. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. 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 145 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 · 23°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Sep 2025 · 1234 mm | Jul · 692 mm |
| Windiest month | Feb 2025 · 11 km/h | Feb · 11 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 best
Wet November
Wet December
Wet | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 20days (71 mm) Wet | 10.7h Excellent | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| February | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 19days (102 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 86% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| March | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 26days (222 mm) Wet | 9.1h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 31°C | 26days (244 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 8.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 28°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 29days (358 mm) Wet | 8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 7.3 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June best | 27°C / 24°C | 33°C / 29°C | 29days (442 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 90% Very Muggy | 6.3 High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 26°C / 24°C | 31°C / 28°C | 30days (692 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 5.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 26°C / 23°C | 31°C / 28°C | 30days (560 mm) Wet | 6.6h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 5.8 High | Wet | View Details |
| September best | 26°C / 24°C | 32°C / 28°C | 30days (633 mm) Wet | 6.7h Fair | 91% Very Muggy | 6.7 High | Wet | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 24°C | 33°C / 29°C | 30days (527 mm) Wet | 7.3h Good | 91% Very Muggy | 6.4 High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 28°C / 25°C | 34°C / 30°C | 29days (236 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 89% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 28°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 23days (108 mm) Wet | 10.4h Excellent | 88% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Limbe are June, July, August, September, October, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Limbe, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Limbe is February, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Limbe is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (74°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Limbe is July, averaging 692mm of precipitation across 30 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Limbe runs through July, August, September, October, with the heaviest rainfall in July. Based on 10-year averages for Limbe.
Limbe receives approximately 101 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Limbe.
The least favorable months to visit Limbe are February, March, April, May, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider June, July, August, September, October instead.
The annual average UV index in Limbe is 7, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Limbe is 89%, 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 Limbe are 10 km/h (6 mph). The windiest month is February with peak winds reaching 11 km/h (7 mph) (gusts up to 29 km/h / 18 mph).
Limbe averages 0 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 81%. The clearest skies occur in January.
The annual average dew point in Limbe is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Limbe 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 Limbe ranges from 30°C (86°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 Limbe, with a climate score of 5.1/10. Consider visiting during June, July, August, September, October instead for better conditions.
For June in Limbe, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 27°C (80°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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