Cameroon — Sea Water Temperature and Annual Ranges
Up-to-date sea water temperatures for the coasts of Cameroon. Learn about today’s conditions, monthly averages, and how the surrounding seas and oceans vary by season. We find every place where you can swim and show you the water temperature there today and throughout the year.
Sea Water Temperature Along the Coast
Chart of Average Temperature Changes Over the Last 60 Days
Places with the Warmest Sea Water Today
The Most Popular Seaside Places
Coastal Seas and Oceans
Water Temperature and Swimming Overview
Regions and Map
Water Temperature Trends
Cameroon’s coastline on the Gulf of Guinea has warm, tropical seawater year-round, typically ranging from about 24–30 °C (75–86 °F). Seasonal variation is modest: during the cooler months around the rainy peak and some upwelling events, surface temperatures can dip toward the lower end of that range, roughly 24–26 °C (75–79 °F), while in the late dry season and warmest months they commonly reach 28–30 °C (82–86 °F). Local differences occur near river mouths, estuaries and shallow bays where freshwater inflow or shading can lower temperatures slightly, and shallow tidal flats heat up faster than open water. Overall the sea remains comfortably warm enough for swimming throughout the year for most visitors.
Swimming Conditions
Swimming is generally allowed and practiced along Cameroonian beaches, with popular spots near Limbe, Kribi and along more remote stretches south of Douala. Many resorts and public beaches welcome swimmers because the water is warm and pleasant; however safety and water quality vary. Strong currents, tides and occasional rough surf occur, and certain stretches near urban runoff or river discharges can be polluted after heavy rains, so caution is advised. Lifeguard services are limited outside major tourist areas, and some coastal zones include mangroves and rocks that affect access. Travelers should choose monitored or well-maintained beaches, heed local warnings, and avoid swimming immediately after heavy downpours to reduce exposure to contaminated runoff.