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Maga, Cameroon
Far North · Cameroon
Maga is a small city in Far North, Cameroon with a population of 24,492. Elevation: 1,033 ft (315 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 24,492 |
| Population Density | 70 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.8434°, 14.9396° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | Far North |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.4 inches (671 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maga
Maga is a small city in Cameroon (Far North) with a population of 24,492. The city sits at an elevation of 1,033 feet (315 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 81°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Maga
Maga has an average annual temperature of 29.2°C (85°F). The hottest month is Apr (35°C), the coldest is Jan (25.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 595 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.2°F |
| 52% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,033 ft (315 m) |
| Area | 350.4 sq mi (907.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 70/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.8434°N, 14.9396°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 0.0 in | |
| April | 90°F (32°C) | 0.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 87°F (31°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 84°F (29°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 8.4 in | Wettest |
| September | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 83°F (28°C) | 0.9 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | |
| December | 78°F (25°C) | 0.0 in |
Maga has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 77°F in January to 90°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 26.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Maga
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée de Maga | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique de Bagassare | - | - | - | - |
| École Maternelle de Bagassare | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique de Gaya | - | - | - | - |
| École Coranique | - | - | - | - |
| Lycée Technique de Maga | - | - | - | - |
| École de L'imam | - | - | - | - |
| École Publique de Maga | - | - | - | - |
| École Maternelle de Maga | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Patakaï | - | - | - | - |
| École Catholique | - | - | - | - |
| CES de Madjogo | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Mewi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Yangah | - | - | - | - |
| CES de Yangah | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Mewi | - | - | - | - |
| Ecole Publique de Goungui | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Maga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché de Maga | |||||
| Marché de Pouss | |||||
| Petit Marché de Pouss |
Restaurants in Maga
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maga
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Maga
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maga
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Maga
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Salak Airport | MVR | Medium Airport |
| Bongor Airport | OGR | Small Airport |
| Yagoua Airport | GXX | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maga
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Église Catholique | |
| Grande Mosquée |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maga
What is the population of Maga?
Maga has a population of 24,492 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 350.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maga?
Maga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.4 inches.