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Bandjoun, Cameroon
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Bandjoun is a mid-size city in West, Cameroon with a population of 31,750. Elevation: 5,016 ft (1,529 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).
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About Bandjoun
Bandjoun is a town and commune in the Koung-Khi Department in the West Region of Cameroon. Bandjoun is also the capital of the Koung-Khi department and one of the largest traditional chefferie (chiefdom) in Bamiléké country. The chief dwells in Hialah, and has many wives.
People
Climate
| Population | 31,750 |
| Population Density | 300 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,016 ft (1,529 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3757°, 10.4133° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | West |
| Average Temperature | 72°F (22°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 75.8 inches (1,926 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bandjoun
Bandjoun is a mid-size city in Cameroon (West) with a population of 31,750. The city sits at an elevation of 5,016 feet (1,529 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 75.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Bandjoun
Bandjoun has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.8°C), the coldest is Aug (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 2016 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.4°F |
| 34% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 199 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,016 ft (1,529 m) |
| Area | 105.8 sq mi (274.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 300/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3757°N, 10.4133°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 | 98 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 98 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (98 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 98 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 103 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 10.1 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 11.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 10.7 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.3 in | |
| December | 71°F (22°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Bandjoun has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 75.8 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.0") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bandjoun
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École publique de Baham | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée technique de Bayangam | — | — | — | — |
| Lycée Bilingue de Famleng Topo | — | — | — | — |
| Government high school Ha | — | — | — | — |
| École Publique de Kafam | — | — | — | — |
| Collège Saint-Joseph de Bandjoun | — | — | — | — |
| École Catholique de Semto | — | — | — | — |
| Lycee bilingue de Yom III | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bandjoun
0 stations within ~55 km.
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Museums in Bandjoun
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
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| Musée de Bandjoun | ||||
| Museum of Bangoua Chieftaincy |
Libraries in Bandjoun
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheque Pilote Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilingual Bookshop | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Linguistique Régional | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bandjoun
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| Petit Marché de Ndiandam |
Hotels in Bandjoun
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bandjoun
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bandjoun
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bandjoun
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bandjoun
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bandjoun
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bandjoun
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bandjoun
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Municipal de Bamendzi | ||
| Stade omnisports de Toket |
Airports Near Bandjoun
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 |
Post Offices in Bandjoun
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| brigade gendarmerie | |
| Telecentre communautaire polyvalent de Bayangam |
Treatment Centers in Bandjoun
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de santé de Famleng Topo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bandjoun
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle catholique de KaTsela | |
| Chapelle Saint-Didier | |
| Église Évangélique du Cameroun | |
| Mission Catholique de Famleng Topo | |
| Paroisse Christ-Roi de Mbouo | |
| Paroisse Christ-Roi de Mbouo | |
| Paroisse Saint-Joseph de Hiala | |
| Paroisse St André de Baham | |
| Paroisse St Kisito de Pekwa |
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What is the population of Bandjoun?
Bandjoun has a population of 31,750 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 300 people per square mile, spread across 105.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bandjoun?
Bandjoun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 199 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 75.8 inches.