Best Time to Visit Yaoundé, Centre, Cameroon
Yaoundé is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Yaoundé for sunny, dry weather is December–January — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July–August and November–March; the wetter half falls in April–June and September–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 22.7°C / 72.9°F in July to 25.4°C / 77.7°F in February, with rainfall from 22 mm / 0.9 in (January) to 301 mm / 11.9 in (October). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Yaoundé, Centre, Cameroon's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Yaoundé'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 | 24.5°C76.1°F | 22 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
| December | 23.9°C75°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Yaoundé?
The best time to visit Yaoundé for sunny, dry weather is January, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is February averaging 25.4°C / 77.7°F, and the driest is January with about 22 mm / 0.9 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Yaoundé's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Yaoundé?
The rainy season at Yaoundé, Centre runs through April–June and September–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 140 mm / 5.5 in. The wettest single month is October (301 mm / 11.9 in).
What is the driest month in Yaoundé?
The driest month in Yaoundé is January, averaging about 22 mm / 0.9 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 24.5°C / 76.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Yaoundé?
The least comfortable months for travel to Yaoundé — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 301 mm / 11.9 in in October, and the coldest month averages 22.7°C / 72.9°F.
Is Yaoundé climate different from Cameroon overall?
Yes, usually. Our Yaoundé 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 Yaoundé specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.