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Bansoa, Cameroon
West · Cameroon
Bansoa is a small city in West, Cameroon with a population of 7,560. Elevation: 4,865 ft (1,483 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bansoa
The Bamiléké people are an ethnic group of Central Africa that inhabits the Western High Plateau colloquially known as the grassfields of Cameroon. According to Dr John Feyou de Hapy, Bamiléké means "people of faith".
People
Climate
| Population | 7,560 |
| Population Density | 68 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,865 ft (1,483 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4484°, 10.3136° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | West |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 76.6 inches (1,945 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bansoa
Bansoa is a small city in Cameroon (West) with a population of 7,560. The city sits at an elevation of 4,865 feet (1,483 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 198 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,865 ft (1,483 m) |
| Area | 110.6 sq mi (286.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 68/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4484°N, 10.3136°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 | 92 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 92 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (92 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 92 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 101 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (25°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 74°F (24°C) | 7.1 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 10.2 in | |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 11.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 13.2 in | Wettest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 10.2 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
Bansoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 69°F in August to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 76.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.2") and December the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bansoa
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole Publique de Nkotsah | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Ja'ahnok | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole primaire Catholique | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole maternelle publique de Mellio | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée de Ngouang | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole publique de Mento'o | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Maternelle de Metchou | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Metchou | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Bansoa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
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| Bandjoun Station | ||||
| Bandjoun Station | ||||
| Musée de Bandjoun | ||||
| Musée des Civilisations | ||||
| Musée du Groupement Bafou | ||||
| Museum of Bangoua Chieftaincy |
Libraries in Bansoa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliotheque Pilote Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothéques de Bangang | 0.0 | |||||
| Centre Linguistique Régional | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bansoa
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| Marché Balefock | |||||
| Marché Bamendou II | |||||
| Marché Big Mop | |||||
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| Marché Casablanca | |||||
| Marché Chefferie Bamendou | |||||
| Marché de Bamewou | |||||
| Marché de Banefo | |||||
| Marché de Batié - Tchomso | |||||
| Marché de Batoula | |||||
| Marché de Famleng | |||||
| Marché de Ndiembou-Kam | |||||
| Marché de Nkuitso'o | |||||
| Marché de Tomdjo | |||||
| Marché des Fruits | |||||
| Marché Kamdeng | |||||
| Marché Maya | |||||
| Marché Oignon | |||||
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| Marché SOCADA | |||||
| Petit Marché de Ndiandam |
Restaurants in Bansoa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bansoa
21 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bansoa
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bansoa
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bansoa
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bansoa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Stade Municipal de Bamendzi | ||
| Stade omnisports de Toket |
Airports Near Bansoa
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 Bansoa
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre de santé de Famleng Topo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bansoa
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| EEC de Molepeu | |
| Lieu Sacré Mento'oh | |
| Paroisse Saint Philippe de Bameka |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bansoa
What is the population of Bansoa?
Bansoa has a population of 7,560 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 110.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bansoa?
Bansoa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 198 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.6 inches.