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Sangmélima, Cameroon
South · Cameroon
Sangmélima is a mid-size city in South, Cameroon with a population of 80,036. Elevation: 2,215 ft (675 m). Average temperature: 74°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Sangmélima
Sangmélima is a town on the Lobo River, and also the chief town of Dja-et-Lobo, in the South Region of Cameroon. The language spoken there is Bulu.
People
Climate
| Population | 80,036 |
| Population Density | 87 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,215 ft (675 m) |
| Coordinates | 2.9333°, 11.9833° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | South |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 64.4 inches (1,635 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sangmélima
Sangmélima is a mid-size city in Cameroon (South) with a population of 80,036. The city sits at an elevation of 2,215 feet (675 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 64.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Sangmélima
Sangmélima has an average annual temperature of 23.7°C (75°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.2°C), the coldest is Sep (22.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 1533 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.4°F |
| 38% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,215 ft (675 m) |
| Area | 914.8 sq mi (2,369.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 87/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 2.9333°N, 11.9833°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 76°F (24°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 76°F (24°C) | 6.9 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 8.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 8.6 in | |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 11.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 74°F (24°C) | 1.3 in | Driest |
Sangmélima has a seasonal temperature swing of 3°F / from 72°F in July to 76°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 64.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (11.8") and December the driest (1.3").
Colleges & Universities in Sangmélima
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centre for Professional Training and Excellence Sangmélima | College | - | , |
| Université Inter-États Cameroun Congo | University | - | , |
Schools in Sangmélima
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Collège Bilingue Notre-Dame du Sacré-Cœur | - | - | - | - |
Farmers Markets in Sangmélima
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché Moderne de Sangmelima |
Hotels in Sangmélima
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Sangmélima
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Sangmélima
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sangmélima
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Sangmélima
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sangmélima
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sangmélima
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djoum Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sangmélima Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sangmélima
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cathédrale Saint Joseph |
Quick Facts
Around Sangmélima
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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What is the population of Sangmélima?
Sangmélima has a population of 80,036 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 914.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sangmélima?
Sangmélima has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 64.4 inches.