Weather in Yaoundé
What's the weather like in Yaoundé?
Yaoundé has warm year-round and heavy rainfall, especially in the wet season. Average daytime highs range from 30°C (86°F) in January to 27°C (80°F) in July, with overnight lows around 21°C (69°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Yaoundé are May through November.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇨🇲 Cameroon
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Douala
- Coordinates
- 3.848, 11.502
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 69°F | 22 mm | 19 | — |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 21°C / 70°F | 43 mm | 17 | — |
| March | 29°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 128 mm | 28 | — |
| April | 28°C / 83°F | 21°C / 69°F | 162 mm | 29 | — |
| May | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 69°F | 183 mm | 30 | — |
| June | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 165 mm | 30 | — |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 140 mm | 31 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 148 mm | 30 | — |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 209 mm | 30 | — |
| October | 27°C / 80°F | 20°C / 68°F | 241 mm | 31 | — |
| November | 27°C / 81°F | 20°C / 69°F | 148 mm | 29 | — |
| December | 29°C / 83°F | 21°C / 69°F | 37 mm | 19 | — |
Yaoundé by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yaoundé?
The most comfortable months in Yaoundé are usually January, February, December, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Yaoundé?
February is typically the hottest month in Yaoundé, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Yaoundé?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 20°C (68°F).
Does it snow in Yaoundé?
Snow is rare in Yaoundé; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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