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Fontem, Cameroon
South-West · Cameroon
Fontem is a mid-size city in South-West, Cameroon with a population of 42,689. Elevation: 2,959 ft (902 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Fontem
Fontem is a subdivision in the Lebialem division of Cameroon. Consisting of three Fondoms, Lebang, the biggest, Essoh Etah and Fotabong III. Its headquarters are at Menji, they are located in the South West Region, and are west of Dschang and Bafoussam.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,689 |
| Population Density | 479 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,959 ft (902 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4685°, 9.8818° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | South-West |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 86.3 inches (2,193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Fontem
Fontem is a mid-size city in Cameroon (South-West) with a population of 42,689. The city sits at an elevation of 2,959 feet (902 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 86.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Fontem
Fontem has an average annual temperature of 22.2°C (72°F). The hottest month is Feb (23.7°C), the coldest is Aug (20.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 2384 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.0°F |
| 37% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 185 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,959 ft (902 m) |
| Area | 89.1 sq mi (230.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 479/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4685°N, 9.8818°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 | 111 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 111 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (81 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 81 km |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 161 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (25°C) | 1.5 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.9 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 12.1 in | |
| August | 70°F (21°C) | 13.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 14.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 10.9 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in |
Fontem has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 70°F in August to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 86.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.8") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Fontem
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Licée Bilingue de Fossong Wencheng | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Fontem
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balla Radio | african music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Equinoxe Radio | electronic | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Fontem
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Musée des Civilisations | ||||
| Musée du Groupement Bafou |
Libraries in Fontem
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fontem
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché A | |||||
| Marché B | |||||
| Marché Balefock | |||||
| Marché Maya | |||||
| Marché Tsenfem | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mbetta Market |
Monuments in Fontem
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Fontem
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Fontem
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam Airport | BFX | Medium Airport |
| Bamenda Airport | BPC | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
| Mamfe Airport | MMF | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fontem
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Clare Parish |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fontem
What is the population of Fontem?
Fontem has a population of 42,689 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 479 people per square mile, spread across 89.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Fontem?
Fontem 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 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 86.3 inches.