Climate Insights for Big Ekom
Ndian, Southwest, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Big Ekom is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 4,037 mm of precipitation falls per year. Big Ekom receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Big Ekom sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Big Ekom is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 158.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Big Ekom receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Big Ekom sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Big Ekom has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 32°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 25°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows.Big Ekom has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 15°F range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 90°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 75°F and an average of 78°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 11°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Big Ekom is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,037 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 336 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 702 mm of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 50 mm. That's 651 mm less than July, 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.Big Ekom is a very wet location, receiving approximately 158.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13.2 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 27.6 in of rainfall. August and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 2 in. That's 25.6 in less than July, 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
Big Ekom 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Big Ekom 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Big Ekom 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 Big Ekom 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.