August weather forecast
Yaounde, Cameroon

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Yaounde city, Cameroon, with vast mountain ranges afar
Yaounde city, Cameroon, with vast mountain ranges afar

Weather in August

August in Yaounde heralds an increase in rainfall at 114mm (4.49"), diverging from the declining trend of the last two months. This somewhat erratic pattern is an interesting attribute of the city’s tropical monsoon climate. The occasional showers do little to dampen the temperature, which remains practically stable from the previous month. Despite periods of cloudy weather, daylight hours stay relatively constant, facilitating the city’s busy rhythm. While the UV index inches back to 12, residents continue to exercise caution against the blazing sun.

Temperature

In Yaounde, the coldest period comes during July and August, when the average high-temperature touches 26.5°C (79.7°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, August is the most humid month in Yaounde.

Rainfall

In Yaounde, in August, during 12 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 1541mm (60.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Yaounde is August, with an average of 2.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 12 in August leads to these recommendations:
Put into effect every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes may get burns swiftly. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Yaounde?

July and August are characterised by lowest temperatures, with an average high of 26.5°C (79.7°F).

What is the usual temperature for Yaounde in August?

August temperatures in Yaounde vary between a high-temperature of 26.5°C (79.7°F) and a low-temperature of 19.3°C (66.7°F). In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Yaounde?

The most humid month in Yaounde is August, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in August in Yaounde?

In Yaounde, Cameroon, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

How many days does it rain in August in Yaounde?

In Yaounde, in August, during 12 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in August in Yaounde?

In August, the average day length in Yaounde is 12h and 14min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Yaounde?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:11 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 18:19 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Yaounde?

With an average of 2.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in August in Yaounde?

The average sunshine duration in August in Yaounde is 2.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Yaounde?

January through May, August through November, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Yaounde?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Yaounde is 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an excessive health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average temperature in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (31°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (26.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 19.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are February, March and April (20.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is October (19.2°C).

Average humidity in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average humidity in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (79%).

Average rainfall in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average rainfall in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall in August: 113.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (293.6mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (18.6mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average rainfall days in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average rainfall days in August: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (3 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average UV index in August
Yaounde, Cameroon

Average UV index in August - Yaounde, Cameroon
  • Average UV index in August: 12

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and November (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July and December (UV index 11).

Yaounde, Cameroon

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