Fontem weather
At 9:00 PM local time it was fog and 20°C (67°F). Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 4 PM (9.1 mm total). Best months for weather: Nov–Feb. Fontem sits 899 m (2,950 ft) above sea level, which keeps it cooler than the coast. Below: today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Fontem, South-West, Cameroon.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 91%
- Chance of rain
- 36%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 4 PM (9.1 mm total)
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Nov–FebOff season May–Oct
About Fontem weather
Is it raining in Fontem right now?
No. It’s fog and 20° right now. Mostly light, on-and-off rain; heavier around 12 PM, 1 PM, 4 PM (9.1 mm total).
What’s the weather like in Fontem this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 26–28° and lows of 18–20°. Rain is likely on 7 of 7 days (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Tuesday.
Has it been raining in Fontem lately?
In the past 7 days, Fontem had 7 rainy days and 70.7 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Fontem?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Fontem weather by month
When is the best time to visit Fontem?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Fontem is Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Oct tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 23°C (74°F) in August to 29°C (83°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Fontem?
August is the wettest month, with about 387 mm (15.2 in) of rain on average. December is the driest, with about 8 mm (0.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Fontem?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 29°C (83°F) and lows of 17°C (63°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 23°C (74°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F).
Does Fontem have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Dec–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis), forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months