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Douala in September: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Douala in September and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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September

Weather in Douala in September 2025

OK Weather
Warm
🌧️
Rainy
September could be a good time to visit Douala, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +28°C, and there are typically 0 sunny days in September. However, expect about 17 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 352 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+28°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+32°C
Max.
352 mm
Total precipitation
90%
Avg. humidity
0 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
0 ⛅️
Cloudy
17 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Douala has OK weather in September.
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Average temperature in Douala in September

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Douala for September based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in September is +30°C with a maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +23°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +29°C to +31°C.

Is Douala warm or cold in September?

Douala is typically warm in September.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +27°C to +28°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +23°C to +23°C.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

September is one of the coolest months in Douala, here is the comparison with other months:

Climate in Douala in September

Douala weather looks like this, on average, in September and the surrounding months.
AugustSeptemberOctober
Avg. temperature
+27°C+28°C+29°C
Min. temperature
+21°C+21°C+21°C
Max. temperature
+31°C+32°C+33°C
Rainfall
345 mm352 mm375 mm
Wind
1 m/s0 m/s0 m/s
Humidity
91%90%90%
Air pressure
1012 HPa1012 HPa1011 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
000
Rainy days
231714
Snowy days
000

September weather is still as ok as in August. It’s getting warmer as September arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +27°C to +28°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 345 mm to 352 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 91% to 90%. Winds are calmer in comparison to August, 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.

October brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

Wind speed in Douala in September 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 September, going from 1 m/s to 1 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during September in Douala based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in September is about 432 mm, with a 100% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 60 mm, which is considered heavy rain. September is a pretty wet month with over 30 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
September is one of the rainiest months in Douala, here is a comparison with other months, 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 September in Douala?

This is the weather in Douala in September 2024:
1 September
🌧️
+29°C
2 September
🌧️
+29°C
3 September
🌧️
+29°C
4 September
🌧️
+30°C
5 September
🌧️
+31°C
6 September
🌧️
+31°C
7 September
🌧️
+29°C
8 September
🌧️
+28°C
9 September
🌧️
+29°C
10 September
☁️
+31°C
11 September
🌧️
+29°C
12 September
🌧️
+27°C
13 September
🌧️
+28°C
14 September
🌧️
+29°C
15 September
🌧️
+27°C
16 September
🌧️
+29°C
17 September
🌧️
+26°C
18 September
🌧️
+29°C
19 September
🌧️
+30°C
20 September
☁️
+32°C
21 September
🌧️
+31°C
22 September
🌧️
+30°C
23 September
🌧️
+27°C
24 September
🌧️
+30°C
25 September
⛈️
+32°C
26 September
🌧️
+32°C
27 September
🌧️
+32°C
28 September
🌧️
+29°C
29 September
🌧️
+31°C
30 September
🌧️
+31°C
In September 2024 Douala had 0 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 27 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +30°C, with an absolute maximum of +32°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 91%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 68%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Douala climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Douala in September 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 September:

Is September a good time to visit Douala?

It’s always a good time to visit Douala, but the weather is changeable in September, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Douala in September?

September is warm in Douala. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Douala rainy in September?

Douala is often rainy in September. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Douala in September?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Douala in September, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Douala

Source of the data

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.