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Banyo, Cameroon
Adamaoua · Cameroon
Banyo is a mid-size city in Adamaoua, Cameroon with a population of 47,936. Elevation: 3,533 ft (1,077 m). Average temperature: 73°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Banyo
Banyo is a town and commune in Adamawa Province, Cameroon. It is located at around 6.78°N 11.82°E, and is predominantly Muslim. Though a government prefect serves in the town, the lamido still holds great sway among the population. The current lamido, S. E. Mohaman Gabdo Yahya, has written his own history (2009). The geographer Jean Hurault has published on the demography of the area, and summarized some of the history in his 1955 work. In the nineteenth century, Banyo separated from Koncha and Tibati.
People
Climate
| Population | 47,936 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,533 ft (1,077 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.7500°, 11.8167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | Adamaoua |
| Average Temperature | 73°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 67.0 inches (1,701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Banyo
Banyo is a mid-size city in Cameroon (Adamaoua) with a population of 47,936. The city sits at an elevation of 3,533 feet (1,077 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 73°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 70°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Banyo
Banyo has an average annual temperature of 21.9°C (71°F). The hottest month is Mar (24.7°C), the coldest is Aug (20.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1328 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 72.7°F |
| 35% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
| Sunny Days | 214 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,533 ft (1,077 m) |
| Area | 2,176.7 sq mi (5,637.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.7500°N, 11.8167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (156 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 156 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (23°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 7.2 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 70°F (21°C) | 11.1 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 11.4 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 11.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| October | 71°F (22°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 73°F (23°C) | 1.2 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.1 in |
Banyo has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 70°F in September to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 67.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (11.7") and January the driest (0.1").
Schools in Banyo
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Classique de Banyo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Banyo | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Banyo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché |
Hotels in Banyo
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Banyo
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Banyo
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Banyo Airport | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Banyo
What is the population of Banyo?
Banyo has a population of 47,936 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 2,176.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Banyo?
Banyo has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 73°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 70°F in July. The area receives 214 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 67.0 inches.