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Bafut, Cameroon
North-West · Cameroon
Bafut is a small city in North-West, Cameroon with a population of 25,563. Elevation: 3,914 ft (1,193 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bafut
Nsoh est une localité du Cameroun située dans la commune de Bafut et le département de la Mezam.
People
Climate
| Population | 25,563 |
| Population Density | 94 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,914 ft (1,193 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0833°, 10.1000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.4 inches (2,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bafut
Bafut is a small city in Cameroon (North-West) with a population of 25,563. The city sits at an elevation of 3,914 feet (1,193 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 82.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Bafut
Bafut has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Feb (22.5°C), the coldest is Aug (19.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2478 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.8°F |
| 37% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,914 ft (1,193 m) |
| Area | 272.6 sq mi (706.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 94/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0833°N, 10.1000°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 | 48 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 48 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (48 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 48 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 153 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 13.3 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 13.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in |
Bafut has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in August to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and January the driest (0.4").
Radio Stations near Bafut
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balla Radio | african music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Equinoxe Radio | electronic | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Bafut
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum | ||||
| Museum |
Libraries in Bafut
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public library | 0.0 | |||||
| School's Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bafut
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bafut Central Market | |||||
| Bamenda City Main Market | |||||
| Bamenda food market | |||||
| Marché Principal de Fundong | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mbon Market | |||||
| Mile 4 market | |||||
| Nkwen Market | |||||
| Rue Bimop |
Hotels in Bafut
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bafut
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bafut
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bafut
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam Airport | BFX | Medium Airport |
| Bamenda Airport | BPC | Medium Airport |
| Foumban Nkounja Airport | FOM | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Bafut
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bafut
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Njinteh Presbyterian Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bafut
What is the population of Bafut?
Bafut has a population of 25,563 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 272.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bafut?
Bafut 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 71°F in July. The area receives 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.4 inches.