April could be a good time to visit Douala, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +31°C, and there are typically 0 sunny days in April. However, expect about 14 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 282 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+22°C
Min.
+35°C
Max.
282 mm
Total precipitation
88%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Douala has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in Douala in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Douala for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in April is +31°C with a maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +23°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +32°C.
Is Douala warm or cold in April?
Douala is typically hot in April.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +32°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.
Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Douala:
Climate in Douala in April
Douala weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+32°C
+31°C
+30°C
Min. temperature
+22°C
+22°C
+22°C
Max. temperature
+36°C
+35°C
+34°C
Rainfall
223 mm
282 mm
299 mm
Wind
1 m/s
0 m/s
0 m/s
Humidity
87%
88%
89%
Air pressure
1008 HPa
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
0
Cloudy days
0
0
0
Rainy days
15
14
13
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting colder in April. From +32°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +31°C.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 223 mm to 282 mm.Humidity rises from 87% to 88%.Winds are calmer in comparison to March, going down from 1 m/s to 0 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Douala in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 1 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Douala is gradually increasing during April, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Douala based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 184 mm, with a 77% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 28 mm, which is moderate rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 23 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Douala wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 45% chance of precipitation and 375 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 71% chance of precipitation and 68 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Douala?
This is the weather in Douala in April 2024:
1 April
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+32°C
2 April
⛈️
+32°C
3 April
🌧️
+28°C
4 April
☁️
+30°C
5 April
☁️
+33°C
6 April
🌧️
+31°C
7 April
☁️
+33°C
8 April
🌧️
+32°C
9 April
☁️
+29°C
10 April
☁️
+32°C
11 April
☁️
+30°C
12 April
☁️
+32°C
13 April
☁️
+32°C
14 April
🌧️
+29°C
15 April
🌧️
+31°C
16 April
🌧️
+30°C
17 April
☀️
+34°C
18 April
☁️
+33°C
19 April
☁️
+33°C
20 April
🌧️
+33°C
21 April
🌧️
+29°C
22 April
🌧️
+32°C
23 April
🌧️
+33°C
24 April
☁️
+34°C
25 April
🌧️
+28°C
26 April
☁️
+32°C
27 April
🌧️
+30°C
28 April
☁️
+31°C
29 April
🌧️
+29°C
30 April
🌧️
+32°C
In April 2024 Douala had 1 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +31°C, with an absolute maximum of +34°C and a minimum of +28°C. The average humidity was 88%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 63%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Douala climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Douala in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+29°C) and the highest in 2023 (+31°C). The driest year was 2022 with only 2546 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 3809 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Douala in April:
Is April a good time to visit Douala?
It’s always a good time to visit Douala, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Douala in April?
Absolutely, April is hot in Douala. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.
Is Douala rainy in April?
Douala is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Douala in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Douala in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Douala, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
