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Mbengwi, Cameroon
North-West · Cameroon
Mbengwi is a small city in North-West, Cameroon with a population of 9,734. Elevation: 4,009 ft (1,222 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mbengwi
Mbengwi is the headquarters of Momo Department in the Northwest Region of Cameroon, located some 22 km from Bamenda.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,734 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 4,009 ft (1,222 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0167°, 10.0000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 82.4 inches (2,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mbengwi
Mbengwi is a small city in Cameroon (North-West) with a population of 9,734. The city sits at an elevation of 4,009 feet (1,222 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 82.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.8°F |
| 37% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 4,009 ft (1,222 m) |
| Area | 176.2 sq mi (456.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0167°N, 10.0000°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 | 61 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 61 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (61 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 61 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 143 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.3 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 13.3 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 13.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 14.4 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 73°F (23°C) | 0.4 in |
Mbengwi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in August to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 82.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.4") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Mbengwi
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTHS Mbengwi | - | - | - | - |
| Government Bilingual High School Mbengwi | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mbengwi
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balla Radio | african music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Equinoxe Radio | electronic | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Mbengwi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museum | ||||
| Museum |
Libraries in Mbengwi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mbengwi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bafut Central Market | |||||
| Bamenda City Main Market | |||||
| Bamenda food market | |||||
| Guzang Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Mbon Market | |||||
| Mile 4 market | |||||
| Nkwen Market |
Castles in Mbengwi
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mbengwi
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mbengwi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mbengwi
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam Airport | BFX | Medium Airport |
| Bamenda Airport | BPC | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Bebi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
| Mamfe Airport | MMF | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Mbengwi
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| St Louis Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mbengwi
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Apostolic Church Barejei | |
| New Apostolic Church Guzang |
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What is the population of Mbengwi?
Mbengwi has a population of 9,734 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 176.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mbengwi?
Mbengwi 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 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 82.4 inches.