Climate Insights for Bong
Mbam-et-Inoubou, Centre, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Bong is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1,414 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 239 mm of rainfall. Bong sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Bong is hot. The average annual temperature is 77°F and approximately 55.7 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 9.4 in of rainfall. Bong sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Bong sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 33°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. October is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Bong sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 92°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 92°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. October is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 75°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Bong is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,414 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 118 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 239 mm of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 3 mm. That's 235 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.Bong is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 55.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.6 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 9.4 in of rainfall. October and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.1 in. That's 9.3 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
Bong is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, 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 4km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Bong is relatively calm, 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 March, averaging 5mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Bong is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 87 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while October 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 Bong is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.4 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 92°F, while October 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 Bong 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 Bong 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.