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Bafang, Cameroon
West · Cameroon
Bafang is a mid-size city in West, Cameroon with a population of 54,505. Elevation: 3,868 ft (1,179 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bafang
Bafang is a town and commune in Cameroon situated in the Haut-Nkam division of the West Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 54,505 |
| Population Density | 1,084 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,868 ft (1,179 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.1571°, 10.1771° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | West |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 87.1 inches (2,212 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bafang
Bafang is a mid-size city in Cameroon (West) with a population of 54,505. The city sits at an elevation of 3,868 feet (1,179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 87.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Bafang
Bafang has an average annual temperature of 22.9°C (73°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.9°C), the coldest is Aug (21.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 2920 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.5°F |
| 36% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,868 ft (1,179 m) |
| Area | 50.3 sq mi (130.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.1571°N, 10.1771°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 75.0 m (246 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1986 | LAKE NYOS | Astronomical | 75.0 m | 1,700 | 127 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (68 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 68 km |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 127 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 154 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 7.2 in | |
| May | 74°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 14.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 15.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 12.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Bafang has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 70°F in August to 76°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 87.1 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.1") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bafang
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CES de Bankonji | - | - | - | - |
| École catholique de Bankonji | - | - | - | - |
| college tchanfori | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique Groupe 1 | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique Groupe 2 | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Saint Paul | - | - | - | - |
| ecole publique Doumga groupe 1 | - | - | - | - |
| lycee de bafang rural | - | - | - | - |
| ecole publique Doumga groupe 1 | - | - | - | - |
| college | - | - | - | - |
| licee bilingue de bafang | - | - | - | - |
| batiment publique | - | - | - | - |
| batiment public | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bafang
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Bafang
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée de Bandjoun |
Farmers Markets in Bafang
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTNMG1 | |||||
| CTNMG12 | |||||
| CTNMG23 | |||||
| CTNMG8 | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché B | |||||
| Marché Balefock | |||||
| Marché Bangou Carrefour | |||||
| Marché Central | |||||
| Marché de Bamewou | |||||
| Marché de Batié - Tchomso | |||||
| Marché de Batoula | |||||
| Marché Principal |
Hotels in Bafang
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bafang
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bafang
5 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bafang
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bafang
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bafang
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bafang
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bafang
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam Airport | BFX | Medium Airport |
| Foumban Nkounja Airport | FOM | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
| Malinkam Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bafang
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de poste |
Treatment Centers in Bafang
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de santé de Famleng Topo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bafang
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Notre-Dame | |
| lieu de culte | |
| Mission catholique de Babone | |
| Mission Catholique de Bakonji | |
| Mission Catholique Djenshi | |
| Mission Catholique Poango |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bafang
What is the population of Bafang?
Bafang has a population of 54,505 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 50.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bafang?
Bafang has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 87.1 inches.