Climate Insights for Bandoumkassa
Haut-Nkam, West, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Bandoumkassa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 2,919 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 402 mm of rainfall. Bandoumkassa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bandoumkassa is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 114.9 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 15.8 in of rainfall. Bandoumkassa sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bandoumkassa 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.Bandoumkassa 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 73°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
Bandoumkassa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,919 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 243 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 402 mm of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 24 mm. That's 378 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.Bandoumkassa is a very wet location, receiving approximately 114.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 15.8 in of rainfall. October and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.9 in. That's 14.9 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
Bandoumkassa is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 5km/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 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bandoumkassa 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 January, averaging 3mph, 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 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bandoumkassa is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 22°C with modest rainfall averaging 30 mm per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Bandoumkassa is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 71°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.2 in per month. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Bandoumkassa 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 Bandoumkassa 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.