September · Cameroon
Best time to visit Douala in September Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Douala in September
Average temperature 26°C, 454 mm of rain, about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
September score
3.1/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 26°C
- Rainfall
- 454 mm
- Humidity
- 89%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 12
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
September in Douala scores 3.1/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 26°C, 454 mm of rain, and roughly 12 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.
September in Douala — off-season conditions
September averages 26°C (78°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
454 mm of rain puts this in monsoon territory — about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine across the whole month, and multi-day washouts are normal.
It scores 3.1/10 here, 8th 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 4.7 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Douala in September?
- In September, Douala averages 26°C, 454 mm of rain, and about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.1/10.
- Is September a good time to visit Douala?
- September earns a 3.1/10 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 September?
- Expect about 454 mm of rain in September. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 12 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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