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Nkambe, Cameroon
North-West · Cameroon
Nkambe is a small city in North-West, Cameroon with a population of 26,816. Elevation: 3,537 ft (1,078 m). Average temperature: 70°F (21°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nkambe
Nkambe is a city in the Northwest Region of Cameroon. It is the headquarters of the Mantungia department. Nkambe Central is also the name of one of the five communes in Donga-Mantung. Nkambe lies at the north edge of the Bamenda Grassfields, on the northeast arc of the Ring Road, farthest from Bamenda. The Nigerian border is only 25 or 40 km away, but roads toward the border are undeveloped jungle tracks.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,816 |
| Population Density | 49 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6333°, 10.6667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 70°F (21°C) |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 72.6 inches (1,844 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nkambe
Nkambe is a small city in Cameroon (North-West) with a population of 26,816. The city sits at an elevation of 3,537 feet (1,078 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 70°F (21°C). Temperatures range from 71°F in January to 67°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 72.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Nkambe
Nkambe has an average annual temperature of 21.4°C (71°F). The hottest month is Mar (23.3°C), the coldest is Aug (20°C). Average annual precipitation is 1727 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 70.0°F |
| 30% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| July Average | 67°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,537 ft (1,078 m) |
| Area | 549.8 sq mi (1,424.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 49/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6333°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 | 46 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 46 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 46 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 71°F (22°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 74°F (23°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 74°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| April | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 8.4 in | |
| July | 67°F (20°C) | 11.8 in | |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 11.9 in | Coldest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 13.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 8.6 in | |
| November | 70°F (21°C) | 1.5 in | |
| December | 68°F (20°C) | 0.2 in |
Nkambe has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 67°F in August to 74°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 72.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Radio Stations near Nkambe
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Nkambe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché |
Hotels in Nkambe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nkambe
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bamenda Airport | BPC | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nkambe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Office Donga Mantung NWT |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Nkambe
What is the population of Nkambe?
Nkambe has a population of 26,816 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 49 people per square mile, spread across 549.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkambe?
Nkambe enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winter temperatures average 71°F in January, while summers reach an average of 67°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 72.6 inches.