Climate Insights for Ngaoundéré

The climate in Ngaoundéré is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 23°C and approximately 2030mm of precipitation falls per year. July is the wettest month, receiving around 375mm of rainfall. Ngaoundéré sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Ngaoundéré sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 15°C to 33°C. The warmest month is March, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 26°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 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between January and February, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

Ngaoundéré is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2030mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 169mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 375mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0mm. That's 375mm 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.

Ngaoundéré is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 11km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 10km/h in autumn.

It is currently spring in Ngaoundéré, which began on March 20, 2026. Ngaoundéré sits near the equator, so the traditional four-season cycle is less pronounced — temperatures remain relatively stable year-round. The warmest period peaks in March at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 15°C. Summer is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.

The best time to visit Ngaoundéré is during January, February, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 23°C with modest rainfall averaging 6mm per month. By contrast, March can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 33°C. With minimal rainfall expected, you can pack light and plan outdoor activities with confidence.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Ngaoundéré 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.