Things to Do in Yaounde in December
December weather, activities, events & insider tips
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December Weather in Yaounde
Long-run averages for December
83°F (28°C)
High Temp
67°F (19°C)
Low Temp
0.7 inches (18 mm)
Rainfall
75%
Humidity
10
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ Light Harmattan haze may drift south from the Sahel during December, depositing fine dust and reducing air quality. Travelers with asthma or respiratory sensitivities should carry prescribed medication. Consider a dust mask for outdoor excursions on hazy days.
⚠ December's clear equatorial skies mean prolonged, intense sun exposure with little natural cloud cover for relief. Unprotected skin can burn within 15 to 20 minutes at midday. The dry air makes dehydration less obvious than in the humid wet season when you sweat visibly.
What's On in Yaounde in December
Yaounde in December has an average high of 28°C, an average low of 19°C, and average rainfall of 18 mm. December is about as warm as November, drier than November (18 mm vs 94 mm), and 1°C cooler than January. Christmas Day falls on Friday 25 December 2026 and is a public holiday.
December Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | 28°C | 19°C | 94 mm |
| December | 28°C | 19°C | 18 mm |
| January | 29°C | 19°C | 18 mm |
December is about as warm as November; drier than November (18 mm vs 94 mm); 1°C cooler than January.
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in December
Day length: 11 h 55 min on 1 December, 11 h 54 min on 15 December (−2 min compared with mid-November).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
Public Holidays and Long Weekends
- Christmas Day: Friday 25 December 2026 (3-day weekend (Fri–Sun))
Holiday dates: Nager.Date. Long-weekend notes are computed from the weekday.
Notable Places to Visit
Places within 8 km, ordered by Wikipedia coverage. Opening hours as mapped in OpenStreetMap (fetched 2026-10-16); check before you go. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); descriptions from Wikidata (CC0).
Quick Answers
How much rain does Yaounde get in December?
On average 18 mm in December.
How warm is Yaounde in December?
Average highs are 28°C and average lows 19°C.
How long are the days in Yaounde in December?
About 11 h 54 min of daylight on 15 December.
Are there public holidays in Yaounde in December?
Yes: Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026. 1 of them create a long weekend.
What are some notable places to visit in Yaounde?
Blackitude Museum, Our Lady of Victories Cathedral, Yaoundé, Basilique Marie-Reine-des-Apôtres, Ethnographic museum of forest people (from OpenStreetMap and Wikidata).
Where to Stay in Yaounde in December
Hand-picked hotels across price tiers for December travellers.
Public Holidays in December
Dates that affect opening hours, transport and crowds
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
Christmas Day
Observed nationwide as a public holiday.
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