Climate Insights for Sambambo
Boumba-et-Ngoko, East, Cameroon
Climate Overview
The climate in Sambambo is hot. The average annual temperature is 26°C and approximately 1,148 mm of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 178 mm of rainfall. Sambambo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sambambo is hot. The average annual temperature is 78°F and approximately 45.2 in of precipitation falls per year. October is the wettest month, receiving around 7 in of rainfall. Sambambo sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Sambambo 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. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Sambambo sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 70°F to 91°F. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 91°F and the mean temperature sits around 80°F. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 70°F and an average of 79°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Sambambo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,148 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 96 mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 178 mm of rainfall. September and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 19 mm. That's 158 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.Sambambo is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 45.2 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.8 in per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 7 in of rainfall. September and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.7 in. That's 6.2 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
Sambambo 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 February, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, 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.Sambambo 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 February, averaging 4mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in November, with average winds dropping to 3mph, 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.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Sambambo is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 73 mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°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.The best time to visit Sambambo is during July, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 77°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.9 in per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 91°F, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 70°F. 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 Sambambo 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 Sambambo 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.