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Penja, Cameroon
Littoral · Cameroon
Penja is a small city in Littoral, Cameroon with a population of 21,367. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Penja
Penja is a town and sub-district in the South-West Region of Cameroon. It is known for its production of Penja white pepper.
People
Climate
| Population | 21,367 |
| Population Density | 165 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.6391°, 9.6799° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | Littoral |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 112.7 inches (2,863 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Penja
Penja is a small city in Cameroon (Littoral) with a population of 21,367. The city sits at an elevation of 486 feet (148 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 112.7 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Penja
Penja has an average annual temperature of 24.7°C (76°F). The hottest month is Feb (26.4°C), the coldest is Aug (23.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 3042 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.8°F |
| 48% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 160 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 486 ft (148 m) |
| Area | 129.2 sq mi (334.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 165/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.6391°N, 9.6799°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (14 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 14 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 75 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 9.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 13.3 in | |
| July | 78°F (25°C) | 17.2 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 17.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 16.9 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 13.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in |
Penja has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 77°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 112.7 inches, with August being the wettest month (17.9") and January the driest (1.1").
Farmers Markets in Penja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiango Market | |||||
| Kumba Main Market | |||||
| Marché | |||||
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| Marché | |||||
| Marché des Fruits du Pont Boko |
Clinics in Penja
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Penja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Penja
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Douala International Airport | DLA | Large Airport |
| Tiko Airport | TKC | Medium Airport |
| Lobe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malinkam Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Penja
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clinique de Charité |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Penja
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Saint-Luc |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Penja
What is the population of Penja?
Penja has a population of 21,367 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 165 people per square mile, spread across 129.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Penja?
Penja has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 112.7 inches.