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Mamfe, Cameroon
South-West · Cameroon
Mamfe is a small city in South-West, Cameroon with a population of 20,350. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mamfe
Mamfe or Mamfé is a city in and the capital of Manyu, a division of the Southwest Region in Cameroon. It is 74 km (46 mi) from the border of Nigeria, on the Manyu River. It has a population of 42,500.
People
Climate
| Population | 20,350 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.7513°, 9.3137° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | South-West |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 102.0 inches (2,590 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mamfe
Mamfe is a small city in Cameroon (South-West) with a population of 20,350. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 102.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Mamfe
Mamfe has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 3072 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 171 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Area | 1,712.7 sq mi (4,435.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.7513°N, 9.3137°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 | 142 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 142 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (119 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 119 km |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 142 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 173 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.8 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 14.1 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 15.7 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 15.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 15.8 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 12.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.8 in |
Mamfe has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 77°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 102.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.8") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mamfe
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ecole | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Mamfe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Mamfé |
Hotels in Mamfe
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mamfe
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mamfe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Mamfe
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Mamfe Airport | MMF | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mamfe
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ambassade du Christ Mamfé | |
| Cathédrale de Mamfé | |
| Église Presbytérienne Mamfé | |
| Mosquée Centrale |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Mamfe
What is the population of Mamfe?
Mamfe has a population of 20,350 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 1,712.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mamfe?
Mamfe has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 171 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 102.0 inches.