Climate Insights for Bamendjou
Hauts-Plateaux, West, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Bamendjou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2,023 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 344 mm of rainfall. Bamendjou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bamendjou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 69°F and approximately 79.7 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 13.6 in of rainfall. Bamendjou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bamendjou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 31°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 15°C and an average of 22°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bamendjou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 59°F to 87°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 87°F and the mean temperature sits around 74°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 71°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 17°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bamendjou is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,023 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 169 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 344 mm of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 3 mm. That's 341 mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Bamendjou is a very wet location, receiving approximately 79.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6.7 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 13.5 in of rainfall. July and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.1 in. That's 13.4 in less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Bamendjou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/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.Bamendjou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, 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 Bamendjou is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 20 mm per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Bamendjou is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.8 in per month. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bamendjou 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 Bamendjou 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.