Things to Do in Yaounde in October
October weather, activities, events & insider tips
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October Weather in Yaounde
Long-run averages for October
82°F (27°C)
High Temp
66°F (19°C)
Low Temp
11.6 inches (295 mm)
Rainfall
89%
Humidity
13
Sunny-Day UV
⚠ Flash flooding on low-lying roads and in valley neighbourhoods such as Melen and Nkoldongo after sustained heavy rain. Avoid these zones during and immediately after major downpours. Reconsider any accommodation in historically flood-prone areas. Check forecasts daily.
⚠ Malaria transmission reaches its annual peak in October because of accumulated standing water across Yaounde. Antimalarial prophylaxis and treated bed nets are baseline requirements for any visit this month. These are not optional extras. Take this seriously.
⚠ Unpaved roads south and east of Yaounde, including access routes to Ebogo and toward the Dja Reserve, deteriorate badly in October's accumulated mud. Confirm road conditions with your operator within 24 hours of departure. Allow 30 to 50 percent extra travel time over dry-season estimates. Insist on a vehicle with adequate ground clearance. Expect delays.
What's On in Yaounde in October
October in Yaoundé sees average temperatures with highs around 27°C and lows near 19°C, along with substantial rainfall averaging 295 mm. The month is about as warm as September but wetter, and while it's 1°C cooler than November, it receives considerably more rain than the following month. Daylight hours remain fairly steady, with day length around 12 hours and 4 minutes at the start of the month and 12 hours and 2 minutes by mid-October.
October Climate Compared
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|---|
| September | 27°C | 19°C | 231 mm |
| October | 27°C | 19°C | 295 mm |
| November | 28°C | 19°C | 94 mm |
October is about as warm as September; wetter than September (295 mm vs 231 mm); 1°C cooler than November; wetter than November (295 mm vs 94 mm).
Long-run monthly averages. Source: Wikipedia.
Daylight in October
Day length: 12 h 04 min on 1 October, 12 h 02 min on 15 October (−6 min compared with mid-September).
Computed from the city's coordinates (sunrise to sunset, standard solar geometry).
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 October?
On average 295 mm in October, wetter than November (295 mm vs 94 mm).
How warm is Yaounde in October?
Average highs are 27°C and average lows 19°C.
How long are the days in Yaounde in October?
About 12 h 02 min of daylight on 15 October.
Are there public holidays in Yaounde in October?
No public holidays fall in October in the next 12 months.
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 October
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