Kribi
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Kribi month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Kribi are typically January, February and December, with average daytime highs around 29–30°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 30°C), July the coldest (average low 23°C), and October the wettest (about 411 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.0 | 24.2 | 123 | 9.7 |
| February | 29.5 | 24.5 | 145 | 9.5 |
| March | 29.5 | 24.4 | 255 | 8.1 |
| April | 29.4 | 24.2 | 269 | 8.0 |
| May | 28.9 | 24.0 | 381 | 8.2 |
| June | 27.7 | 23.4 | 353 | 8.2 |
| July | 27.0 | 23.0 | 279 | 7.8 |
| August | 26.8 | 23.0 | 307 | 7.8 |
| September | 27.0 | 23.2 | 408 | 7.3 |
| October | 27.7 | 23.3 | 411 | 7.9 |
| November | 28.3 | 23.5 | 312 | 8.6 |
| December | 28.8 | 24.0 | 145 | 9.5 |
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- Security meeting on crime and public security in Kribi
A security meeting held on August 21, 2026, addressing criminal acts and deviant behaviors in Kribi.
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01 · OverviewKribi, in brief
Waves, Lighthouses, Trade
Kribi is a coastal town in the South region of Cameroon. It sits on the Gulf of Guinea at the mouth of the Lobé River, where the river pours into the Atlantic Ocean.
Geography and natural features – The town’s coordinates are 2.93725 N, 9.90765 E, and it lies about 150 km south of Douala by road. Its shoreline is famed for long, sandy beaches and a thriving seafood culture. The Lobé Waterfalls cascade directly into the sea, creating a rare river‑to‑ocean cascade. A German colonial lighthouse, erected in 1906, still marks the coast.
Municipal layout – Kribi is divided into two districts: Kribi Première, centred on the town of Massaka, and Kribi Deuxième, centred on Dombé. The community hosts a population of 93,482 people and operates in the Africa/Douala time zone, using the Central African CFA franc (XAF). Official languages include English (en‑CM) and French (fr‑CM).
Infrastructure and exchange – The town services sea traffic in the Gulf of Guinea and lies near the terminus of the Chad‑Cameroon pipeline. A natural‑gas power plant at Mpolongwe supplies 216 MW to the region. The deep‑water port, inaugurated in 2018, features a container terminal operated under a 25‑year concession by Kribi Conteneurs Terminal, a consortium that includes CMA CGM, China Harbour Engineering Company, and Africa Global Logistics. Rail links of both standard (1435 mm) and metre (1000 mm) gauge connect the port to inland mining projects and to the broader African rail network.
Cultural exchange – Kribi’s seafood markets and beach festivals draw visitors from Douala and beyond, fostering culinary dialogue. The town’s sister‑city relationships with Ouistreham and Saint‑Nazaire in France create formal channels for cultural and educational programs, linking Atlantic coastal traditions across continents. Inland routes through the Littoral Evergreen Forest lead to Bipindi and Lolodorf, where native Pygmy communities maintain distinct cultural practices, offering opportunities for intercultural learning and sustainable tourism.
For further reference, consult the Kribi entry or review the GeoNames record for Kribi.
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01 · Q&AWhere is Kribi located and what are its coordinates?
Kribi is situated in Cameroon at geographic coordinates 2.9373, 9.9077, with an elevation monitored in regional geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Kribi?
Kribi has a recorded population of approximately 93,482 and observes the Africa/Douala time zone.
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Kribi?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Kribi include EN-CM, FR-CM, with XAF used for local transactions.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Kribi?
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