Best Time to Visit Bafoussam, West, Cameroon
Bafoussam is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Bafoussam for sunny, dry weather is December–February — 3 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through November–May; the wetter half falls in June–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 21°C / 69.8°F in August to 24.8°C / 76.6°F in February, with rainfall from 10 mm / 0.4 in (December) to 332 mm / 13.1 in (September). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bafoussam, West, Cameroon's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Bafoussam's climate is broadly tropical. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.8°C74.8°F | 12 mm0.5″ | Sunny & Warm |
| February | 24.8°C76.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 22.1°C71.8°F | 10 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Bafoussam?
The best time to visit Bafoussam for sunny, dry weather is January, February, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 24.8°C / 76.6°F, and the driest is December with about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Bafoussam's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Bafoussam?
The rainy season at Bafoussam, West runs through June–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 189 mm / 7.4 in. The wettest single month is September (332 mm / 13.1 in).
What is the driest month in Bafoussam?
The driest month in Bafoussam is December, averaging about 10 mm / 0.4 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 22.1°C / 71.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Bafoussam?
The least comfortable months for travel to Bafoussam — based on point-value climate at the city — are July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 332 mm / 13.1 in in September, and the coldest month averages 21°C / 69.8°F.
Is Bafoussam climate different from Cameroon overall?
Yes, usually. Our Bafoussam figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Cameroon figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Bafoussam specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.