Climate Insights for Samafou
Mbam-et-Kim, Centre, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Samafou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1,840 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 284 mm of rainfall. Samafou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Samafou is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 76°F and approximately 72.5 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 11.2 in of rainfall. Samafou sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Samafou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 18°C to 35°C. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 35°C and an average of 27°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 18°C and an average of 26°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Samafou sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 64°F to 95°F. February is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 95°F and an average of 81°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 64°F and an average of 78°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 19°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Samafou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,840 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 153 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 284 mm of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 mm. That's 283 mm 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.Samafou is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 72.5 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 6 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 11.2 in of rainfall. September and June also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0 in. That's 11.1 in 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
Samafou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/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 6km/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 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Samafou is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 3mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 4mph, 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 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Samafou is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 52 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 35°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 18°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Samafou is during November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 95°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 64°F. 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 Samafou 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 Samafou 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.