Climate Insights for Bifoulé
Haute-Sanaga, Centre, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Bifoulé is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 195 mm of rainfall. Bifoulé sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bifoulé is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 43.1 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 7.7 in of rainfall. Bifoulé sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bifoulé sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 35°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 35°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 27°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bifoulé sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 95°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 95°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 80°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bifoulé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,095 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 91 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 195 mm of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 6 mm. That's 189 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.Bifoulé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.6 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 7.7 in of rainfall. September and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.2 in. That's 7.4 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
Bifoulé is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/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 9km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bifoulé is mildly breezy, 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 6mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 3mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bifoulé is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 77 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January 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 Bifoulé is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January 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 Bifoulé 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 Bifoulé 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.