Climate Insights for Dschang
Menoua, West, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Dschang is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 4,082 mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 542 mm of rainfall. Dschang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Dschang is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 70°F and approximately 160.7 in of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 21.3 in of rainfall. Dschang sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Dschang sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 30°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 30°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 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Dschang 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 74°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 59°F and an average of 72°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Dschang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 4,082 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 340 mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 542 mm of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 26 mm. That's 515 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.Dschang is a very wet location, receiving approximately 160.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 13.4 in per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 21.3 in of rainfall. June and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1 in. That's 20.3 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
Dschang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 3km/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.Dschang is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 2mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Dschang 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 37 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 Dschang is during January, February and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 72°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.5 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 Dschang 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 Dschang 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.