Douala Weather in August
Cameroon · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high28°C (83°F)
Avg low22°C (72°F)
Rainfall383 mm (15.1 in)
RatingPoor 1.8/10
In August, Douala has average highs of 28°C (83°F) and lows of 22°C (72°F). The month is very wet, with about 383 mm (15.1 in) of rain spread over 31 days, making it the second wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 91%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.1 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is August a good time to visit Douala?
August is not the best time to visit Douala (1.8/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in December and January.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 28°C (83°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 22°C (72°F) |
| Daily mean | 25°C (76°F) |
| Rainfall | 383 mm (15.1 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 31 |
| Humidity | 91% |
| Cloud cover | 94% |
| Daylight | 12.1 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 0.8 hours/day |
| Wind | 2.3 km/h |
| vs July | About as warm as July, with 46 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Douala in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Douala weather in other months
Jan32°C / 23°C23 mmGoodFeb32°C / 24°C59 mmFairMar31°C / 24°C157 mmPoorApr30°C / 24°C193 mmPoorMay30°C / 24°C187 mmPoorJun29°C / 23°C273 mmPoorJul29°C / 23°C337 mmPoorAug28°C / 22°C383 mmPoorSep29°C / 23°C386 mmPoorOct29°C / 23°C280 mmPoorNov30°C / 24°C147 mmPoorDec31°C / 23°C28 mmFair
← JulyBest time to visit DoualaSeptember →
Better weather in August nearby
- Durban21°C · 35 mm · Excellent
- Arusha26°C · 43 mm · Excellent
- Windhoek26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Port Louis24°C · 22 mm · Excellent
- Johannesburg21°C · 5 mm · Excellent
- Nairobi27°C · 20 mm · Excellent
Nearby in August
- Yaounde26°C · 164 mm
- Aba28°C · 346 mm
- Ciudad de la Paz27°C · 61 mm
- Port Harcourt29°C · 348 mm
- Onitsha28°C · 265 mm
- Libreville27°C · 23 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.