August · Cameroon
Best time to visit Douala in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Douala in August
Average temperature 25°C, 320 mm of rain, about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 91% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
2.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 320 mm
- Humidity
- 91%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 7
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
August in Douala scores 2.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 25°C, 320 mm of rain, and roughly 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Douala is Cameroon's port city on the Wouri estuary, with busy markets and a lively trading and music scene.
August in Douala — off-season conditions
August averages 25°C (77°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
320 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 2.9/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 7.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 4.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Douala in August?
- In August, Douala averages 25°C, 320 mm of rain, and about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.9/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Douala?
- August earns a 2.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Douala in August?
- Expect about 320 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 91% and there are about 7 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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