Douala Weather in January
Cameroon · January climate averages and travel tips
Avg high32°C (89°F)
Avg low23°C (73°F)
Rainfall23 mm (0.9 in)
RatingGood 6.5/10
In January, Douala has average highs of 32°C (89°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F). The month is fairly dry, with about 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain spread over 6 days, one of the driest months of the year. Humidity averages 81%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 11.8 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is January a good time to visit Douala?
Yes — January is one of the best months to visit Douala. The weather rates good (6.5/10) on our comfort score.
January weather at a glance
| Average high | 32°C (89°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 23°C (73°F) |
| Daily mean | 27°C (80°F) |
| Rainfall | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 6 |
| Humidity | 81% |
| Cloud cover | 60% |
| Daylight | 11.8 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 5.2 hours/day |
| Wind | 2 km/h |
| vs December | About as warm as December, with similar rainfall. |
What to pack for Douala in January
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- swimwear
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
← DecemberBest time to visit DoualaFebruary →
Better weather in January nearby
- Cape Town22°C · 11 mm · Excellent
- Agadir22°C · 30 mm · Excellent
- Luxor22°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Aswan25°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Hurghada21°C · 2 mm · Excellent
- Sharm el-Sheikh23°C · 3 mm · Excellent
Nearby in January
- Yaounde29°C · 11 mm
- Aba31°C · 27 mm
- Ciudad de la Paz28°C · 101 mm
- Port Harcourt30°C · 34 mm
- Onitsha30°C · 13 mm
- Libreville28°C · 219 mm
Where else is good in January? See where to go in January.