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Douala in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Douala in April will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Douala, based on historical data.
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April

Weather in Douala in April 2025

OK Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
If you plan to visit Douala in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +88°F during the day and approximately 0 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 282 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+88°F
Avg. max. temperature
+72°F
Min.
+95°F
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

Going from a maximum of +93°F during the day to a minimum of +73°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +88°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +90°F.

Is Douala warm or cold in April?

Douala is typically hot in April.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +90°F to +88°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +75°F to +75°F.

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.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+90°F+88°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+72°F+72°F+72°F
Max. temperature
+97°F+95°F+93°F
Rainfall
223 mm282 mm299 mm
Wind
1 m/s0 m/s0 m/s
Humidity
87%88%89%
Air pressure
1008 HPa1009 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
000
Cloudy days
000
Rainy days
151413
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as ok as in March. It’s getting colder in April. From +90°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +88°F. 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.

May brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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
Typically, there is a 77% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 184 mm. 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 wellies.
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
🌧️
+89°F
2 April
⛈️
+90°F
3 April
🌧️
+83°F
4 April
☁️
+86°F
5 April
☁️
+91°F
6 April
🌧️
+87°F
7 April
☁️
+91°F
8 April
🌧️
+89°F
9 April
☁️
+84°F
10 April
☁️
+89°F
11 April
☁️
+85°F
12 April
☁️
+90°F
13 April
☁️
+89°F
14 April
🌧️
+84°F
15 April
🌧️
+89°F
16 April
🌧️
+87°F
17 April
☀️
+92°F
18 April
☁️
+92°F
19 April
☁️
+91°F
20 April
🌧️
+91°F
21 April
🌧️
+84°F
22 April
🌧️
+89°F
23 April
🌧️
+92°F
24 April
☁️
+93°F
25 April
🌧️
+82°F
26 April
☁️
+89°F
27 April
🌧️
+86°F
28 April
☁️
+88°F
29 April
🌧️
+84°F
30 April
🌧️
+90°F
In April 2024 Douala had 1 sunny days, 13 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +93°F and a minimum of +82°F. 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.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Douala climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Douala in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1982 (+84°F) and the highest in 2023 (+87°F). 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.

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.