Climate Insights for Ambam

, South Region, Cameroon

Hottest
February
31°C peak
Coldest
October
21°C low
Wettest
October
259mm rain
Best to Visit
December
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Ambam is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 1945mm of precipitation falls per year. Ambam receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Ambam 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: 31° Average: 25° Min: 21° Feb Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 22° Mar Max: 31° Average: 25° Min: 22° Apr Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22° May Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 21° Jun Max: 29° Average: 24° Min: 21° Jul Max: 28° Average: 24° Min: 21° 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: 24° Min: 21° Dec Max: 30° Average: 25° Min: 22°
Max
Average
Min

Ambam has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is February, when average highs reach 31°C and the mean temperature sits around 25°C. October is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 21°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 300mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 67mm Feb Precipitation: 95mm Mar Precipitation: 201mm Apr Precipitation: 183mm May Precipitation: 193mm Jun Precipitation: 150mm Jul Precipitation: 145mm Aug Precipitation: 127mm Sep Precipitation: 214mm Oct Precipitation: 259mm Nov Precipitation: 211mm Dec Precipitation: 99mm
Precipitation

Ambam is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1945mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 162mm per month. The wettest month is October, averaging 259mm of rainfall. September and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 67mm. That's 191mm less than October, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 1km/h May Wind Speed: 1km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 1km/h Nov Wind Speed: 1km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Ambam is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 1km/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.

Seasons

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

92 days until Autumn

It is currently summer in Ambam, which began on June 21, 2026. Ambam 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 31°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in October near 21°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 92 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 577mm across the season with a monthly average of 192mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

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 2km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 21 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 684mm across the season with a monthly average of 228mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 21 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 261mm for the season, averaging 87mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

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

The best time to visit Ambam is during December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 99mm per month. By contrast, February can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 31°C, while October 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 Ambam 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
31 °C
2 km/h
67 mm
0 cm
Feb
22 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
95 mm
0 cm
Mar
22 °C
31 °C
2 km/h
201 mm
0 cm
Apr
22 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
183 mm
0 cm
May
21 °C
30 °C
1 km/h
193 mm
0 cm
Jun Current
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
150 mm
0 cm
Jul
21 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
145 mm
0 cm
Aug
21 °C
28 °C
2 km/h
127 mm
0 cm
Sep
21 °C
29 °C
2 km/h
214 mm
0 cm
Oct
21 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
259 mm
0 cm
Nov
21 °C
29 °C
1 km/h
211 mm
0 cm
Dec
22 °C
30 °C
2 km/h
99 mm
0 cm
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