Climate Insights for Benade
Menchum, Northwest, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Benade is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,647 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 472 mm of rainfall. Benade sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Benade is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 104.2 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 18.6 in of rainfall. Benade sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Benade sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 17°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 17°C and an average of 25°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 10°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Benade sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 63°F to 93°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 93°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 63°F and an average of 77°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 18°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Benade is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,647 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 221 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 472 mm of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 4 mm. That's 468 mm less than October, 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.Benade is a very wet location, receiving approximately 104.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8.7 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 18.6 in of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 0.2 in. That's 18.4 in less than October, 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
Benade 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 September, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Benade 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 September, 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 Benade is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 10 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 34°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.The best time to visit Benade is during January and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 0.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 93°F. 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 Benade 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 Benade 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.