Climate Insights for Ata'antem
Vallée-du-Ntem, South, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Ata'antem is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,980 mm of precipitation falls per year. Ata'antem receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ata'antem sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Ata'antem is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 77.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Ata'antem receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ata'antem sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Ata'antem has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 23°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Ata'antem has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 17°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 78°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 74°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Ata'antem is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,980 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 165 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 281 mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 70 mm. That's 211 mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Ata'antem is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 77.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.5 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 11.1 in of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2.8 in. That's 8.3 in less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Ata'antem is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Ata'antem is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 5mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Ata'antem is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 70 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 21°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Ata'antem is during January, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.8 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 87°F, while August is the coldest period with lows dropping to 70°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ata'antem based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ata'antem based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.