Climate Insights for Salaka
Moungo, Littoral, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Salaka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 25°C and approximately 2,859 mm of precipitation falls per year. Salaka receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salaka sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Salaka is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 112.6 in of precipitation falls per year. Salaka receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Salaka sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Salaka 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 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 26°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.Salaka 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 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 78°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 14°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Salaka is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,859 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 238 mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 401 mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 43 mm. That's 358 mm less than August, 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.Salaka is a very wet location, receiving approximately 112.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 9.4 in per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 15.8 in of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.7 in. That's 14.1 in less than August, 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
Salaka 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 February, averaging 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Salaka 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 February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in October, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Salaka 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 Salaka 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.