Climate Insights for Essé

, Centre Region, Cameroon

Hottest
February
34°C peak
Coldest
January
21°C low
Wettest
October
194mm rain
Best to Visit
July, August, November
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Essé is hot. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 1083mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 194mm of rainfall. Essé sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 33° Average: 26° Min: 21° Feb Max: 34° Average: 27° Min: 22° Mar Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 22° Apr Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° May Max: 31° Average: 26° Min: 22° Jun Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 22° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 22° Aug Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° Sep Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Oct Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Nov Max: 29° Average: 25° Min: 21° Dec Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21°
Max
Average
Min

Essé sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 21°C to 34°C. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 34°C and the mean temperature sits around 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 11mm Feb Precipitation: 15mm Mar Precipitation: 81mm Apr Precipitation: 106mm May Precipitation: 142mm Jun Precipitation: 121mm Jul Precipitation: 87mm Aug Precipitation: 84mm Sep Precipitation: 130mm Oct Precipitation: 194mm Nov Precipitation: 98mm Dec Precipitation: 14mm
Precipitation

Essé is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1083mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 90mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 194mm of rainfall. May and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 11mm. That's 184mm 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

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h 15km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 13km/h Feb Wind Speed: 15km/h Mar Wind Speed: 14km/h Apr Wind Speed: 12km/h May Wind Speed: 10km/h Jun Wind Speed: 11km/h Jul Wind Speed: 12km/h Aug Wind Speed: 13km/h Sep Wind Speed: 12km/h Oct Wind Speed: 10km/h Nov Wind Speed: 10km/h Dec Wind Speed: 12km/h
Wind Speed

Essé is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Summer

It is currently spring in Essé, which began on March 20, 2026. Essé sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in February at around 34°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 21°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 22 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 329mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 292mm for the season, averaging 97mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 422mm across the season with a monthly average of 141mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 34°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 40mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 26°
Feb 27°
Mar 27°
Apr 26°
May 26°
Jun 25°
Jul 24°
Aug 24°
Sep 24°
Oct 24°
Nov 25°
Dec 25°

The best time to visit Essé is during July, August and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 90mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 34°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.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Essé 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
21 °C
33 °C
13 km/h
11 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
34 °C
15 km/h
15 mm
0 cm
Mar Current
22 °C
33 °C
14 km/h
81 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
106 mm
0 cm
May
22 °C
31 °C
10 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Jun
22 °C
29 °C
11 km/h
121 mm
0 cm
Jul
22 °C
28 °C
12 km/h
87 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
13 km/h
84 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
12 km/h
130 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
194 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
10 km/h
98 mm
0 cm
Dec
21 °C
31 °C
12 km/h
14 mm
0 cm
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