AI-generatedKribi at a glance
- Best time
- Nov – Aug
- Warmest month
- Apr · 30°
- Warmest sea
- Apr · 29.4°
- Sunshine a year
- 1,710 h
- Rain a year
- 2,841 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in Kribi
Kribi has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. April is the warmest month with average highs of 30 °C, while August is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 1,710 hours of sunshine a year, Kribi is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 5.8 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kribi
The best time to visit Kribi is from November to August. The sea reaches 29.4 °C in April, but frequent rain gets in the way of a classic beach holiday. The rainy season is from September to October; the wettest month is September with 357 mm.
Kribi through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kribi in the dry season
Nov – Aug
Good
- 28–30 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 272 rainy days in all
Kribi in the rainy season
Sep – Oct
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 60 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
No month
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Sep – Oct
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: December – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: November – August
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 25°
- Midday, 13:00: about 28°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 28°
- Evening, 20:00: about 25°
- Night, 23:00: about 24°
06:0418:08
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:51–06:32 · evening 17:40–18:20
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:43–05:51 · evening 18:20–18:29
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Kribi compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs stay at about 28° from start to end. The sea warms from 27° to 28°.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 27° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 12.0 h |
What is the weather like in Kribi in October?
In October, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 347 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 3 min06:04 – 18:08
- UV index
- 14 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 89 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+1offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %17 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %0 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Kribi
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
January has the better holiday weather in Kribi: score 69 against 63. In January, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C warmer in January. January has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in January.
| Month | October | January |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 69better |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Night-time low | 23° | 25° |
| Sea | 27.6° | 28.6° |
| Sunshine | 4.0 h | 5.8 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 30 | 23better |
| Rainfall | 347 mm | 93 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kribi month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
69January29° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In January, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 23 days, adding up to 93 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in January69February30° · Sea 29° · 5.8 h
In February, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 28.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 24 days, adding up to 114 mm. On about 7 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in February66March30° · Sea 29° · 4.9 h
In March, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.3 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 28 days, adding up to 209 mm. On about 17 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in March66April30° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In April, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 29.4 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 26 days, adding up to 236 mm. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in April66May30° · Sea 29° · 4.7 h
In May, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 29.2 °C – almost as warm as a bath. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 283 mm. On about 13 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in May65June29° · Sea 28° · 4.5 h
In June, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 293 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in June64July28° · Sea 27° · 4.1 h
In July, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 254 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in July62August28° · Sea 26° · 3.7 h
In August, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.1 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.7 hours a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 265 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in August62September28° · Sea 27° · 3.6 h
In September, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 26.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.6 hours a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 357 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in September63October28° · Sea 28° · 4.0 h
In October, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 30 days, totalling 347 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in October66November29° · Sea 28° · 4.9 h
In November, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 29 days, adding up to 258 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in November69December29° · Sea 29° · 5.7 h
In December, Kribi is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 27 days, adding up to 132 mm. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Kribi.
Kribi in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Kribi
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
WarmOctober: nights around 23°. Tropical nights: a fan or air conditioning helps. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in September (23°), the warmest in March (25°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 365 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 69 | 29° | 25° | 28.6° | 5.8 h | 23 | 93 |
| FebruaryFeb | 69 | 30° | 25° | 28.9° | 5.8 h | 24 | 114 |
| MarchMar | 66 | 30° | 25° | 29.3° | 4.9 h | 28 | 209 |
| AprilApr | 66 | 30° | 25° | 29.4° | 4.7 h | 26 | 236 |
| MayMay | 66 | 30° | 24° | 29.2° | 4.7 h | 29 | 283 |
| JuneJun | 65 | 29° | 23° | 27.9° | 4.5 h | 29 | 293 |
| JulyJul | 64 | 28° | 23° | 26.7° | 4.1 h | 29 | 254 |
| AugustAug | 62 | 28° | 23° | 26.1° | 3.7 h | 29 | 265 |
| SeptemberSep | 62 | 28° | 23° | 26.7° | 3.6 h | 30 | 357 |
| OctoberOct | 63 | 28° | 23° | 27.6° | 4.0 h | 30 | 347 |
| NovemberNov | 66 | 29° | 24° | 28.2° | 4.9 h | 29 | 258 |
| DecemberDec | 69 | 29° | 24° | 28.6° | 5.7 h | 27 | 132 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
2.94° N, 9.91° E · 12 m · Africa/Douala
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Kribi
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.8 – 28.2 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kribi ranges from 26.1 °C in August to 29.4 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in April, eight out of ten years were between 28.8 and 29.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 28.6° | 28.1° | 29.1° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 28.9° | 28.3° | 29.4° | warm |
| MarchMar | 29.3° | 28.9° | 29.9° | very warm |
| AprilApr | 29.4° | 28.8° | 29.8° | very warm |
| MayMay | 29.2° | 28.7° | 29.7° | very warm |
| JuneJun | 27.9° | 27.3° | 28.4° | warm |
| JulyJul | 26.7° | 26.1° | 27.3° | warm |
| AugustAug | 26.1° | 25.5° | 26.6° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 26.7° | 26.0° | 27.4° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 27.6° | 26.8° | 28.2° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.2° | 27.9° | 28.6° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 28.6° | 28.2° | 29.0° | warm |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kribi
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 4.0 of 12.1 hours of daylight in Kribi, 33 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Kribi: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Kribi has about 30 rainy days with 347 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kribi
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 14 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 10 min
- Light brown skin
- about 15 min
- Olive skin
- about 20 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Kribi
How breezy and how cloudy Kribi is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Kribi typically peaks at 13 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 89 % of the sky over Kribi: mostly overcast, with about 4.0 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Kribi
How often the day gets hot in Kribi (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Kribi has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: often muggy. The air feels warmer than the thermometer says: light, airy clothes and slow days help.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Kribi
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Kribi in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Kribi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 63).
- 66
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days a month
- 66
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
- 63
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 3.8 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days a month
- 63
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 4.0 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 69
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
GoodBest holidays
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 29 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 7 h 5 min
- Distance
- 5,480 km
- Time zone
- UTC+1
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Cameroon
- Currency
- Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
- Languages
- English, French
- Sockets
- Type C, E · 220 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +237
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Kribi vs Bata
In October the holiday weather in Kribi and Bata is about equally good (score 63 vs 63). During the day Bata is 1 °C warmer than Kribi. The sea in Bata is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Kribi | Bata |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 63 | 63 |
| Daytime high | 28° | 29° |
| Sea | 28° | 27° |
| Sunshine | 4 h | 4 h |
| Rainy days | 30 | 30 |
| Best time | Nov – Aug | Jun – Jan |
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Frequently asked questions about Kribi
When is the best time to visit Kribi?
The best time to visit Kribi is from November to August. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kribi?
The sea temperature in Kribi ranges from 26.1 °C in August to 29.4 °C in April. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Kribi in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Kribi?
April is the warmest month, with average highs of 30 °C and nights around 25 °C. August is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Kribi?
The rainy season is from September to October; the wettest month is September with 357 mm. The driest month is January with 93 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kribi get?
Kribi gets around 1,710 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 5.8 hours a day; in September there are 3.6 hours a day.
What time zone is Kribi in?
Kribi is on UTC+1 all year.
How long is the flight from London to Kribi?
A nonstop flight from London to Kribi takes about 7 h 5 min, for a straight-line distance of about 5,480 km.
Which school holidays are best for Kribi?
Kribi has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 69) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 63). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 66, May half-term 66, summer holidays 63, October half-term 63, Christmas holidays 69.