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Kumbo, Cameroon
North-West · Cameroon
Kumbo is a large city in North-West, Cameroon with a population of 125,124. Elevation: 5,535 ft (1,687 m). Average temperature: 66°F (19°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kumbo
Kumbo, also known as Kimbo, is the second-largest city in the North West Province of Cameroon and the capital of Bui Division. It lies about 2000m above sea level and is situated approximately 110 km away from Bamenda, on the Bamenda Highlands Ring Road. Kumbo has a population of 80,212 and is split into three distinctive hilly settlements of Tobin, Mbveh, and Squares. The town is known for horse racing and traditional medicine, and also for its palace, a market and two hospitals. Kumbo is the capital city of the Nso Kingdom of the Nso people. The lingua franca is Lamnso but
Pidgin,
English,
Oku,
Djottin,
Fulfulde, French and
Hausa are spoken.
People
Climate
| Population | 125,124 |
| Population Density | 1,403 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,535 ft (1,687 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.2000°, 10.6667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 66°F (19°C) |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 74.3 inches (1,886 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kumbo
Kumbo is a large city in Cameroon (North-West) with a population of 125,124. The city sits at an elevation of 5,535 feet (1,687 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 66°F (19°C). Temperatures range from 68°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 74.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Kumbo
Kumbo has an average annual temperature of 21°C (70°F). The hottest month is Mar (22.6°C), the coldest is Aug (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 2096 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 65.9°F |
| 22% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 202 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,535 ft (1,687 m) |
| Area | 89.2 sq mi (231.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,403/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.2000°N, 10.6667°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 | 19 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 19 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (19 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 19 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
| February | 70°F (21°C) | 1.3 in | Warmest |
| March | 70°F (21°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 5.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 65°F (18°C) | 8.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 11.5 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 11.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 63°F (17°C) | 13.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 9.0 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 0.3 in |
Kumbo has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 63°F in August to 70°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 74.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.3") and January the driest (0.3").
Schools in Kumbo
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Primary And Secondry school Kumbo | - | - | - | - |
| Former Christ The King | - | - | - | - |
| Goverment High School Kumbo | - | - | - | - |
| Presbiterian High School Of Kumbo | - | - | - | - |
| St Augustine Boarding College | - | - | - | - |
| St Theresia Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ndzengwev Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Presbiterian School Kumbo | - | - | - | - |
| St Peter's College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kumbo
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Kumbo
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Babungo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mve Kumbo Market | |||||
| Soalam Market |
Hotels in Kumbo
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kumbo
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kumbo
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kumbo
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 Kumbo
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bureau de Poste de Kumbo |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumbo
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Convent | |
| Kumbo Cathedral | |
| Masjid Mve | |
| Mosquée de Mve | |
| Presbiterian Church Kumbo | |
| Seminary | |
| Tobin Catholic Church |
Quick Facts
Around Kumbo
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
🇨🇲 About Cameroon
Frequently Asked Questions About Kumbo
What is the population of Kumbo?
Kumbo has a population of 125,124 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 1,403 people per square mile, spread across 89.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kumbo?
Kumbo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winter temperatures average 68°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 74.3 inches.