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Tombel, Cameroon
South-West · Cameroon
Tombel is a small city in South-West, Cameroon with a population of 24,384. Elevation: 1,591 ft (485 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tombel
Tombel is a town and commune in the Southwest Region of Cameroon, in the north of the Mungo Valley. The town is traditionally part of the Bakossi people's country, but now has a significant population of other tribes from other regions of Cameroon.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,384 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,591 ft (485 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.7466°, 9.6705° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | South-West |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 113.6 inches (2,885 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tombel
Tombel is a small city in Cameroon (South-West) with a population of 24,384. The city sits at an elevation of 1,591 feet (485 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 113.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Tombel
Tombel 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 | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 160 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,591 ft (485 m) |
| Area | 536.7 sq mi (1,389.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.7466°N, 9.6705°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (5 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 5 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 82 km |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 191 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (25°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 8.0 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 9.8 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 13.4 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 16.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 17.2 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 18.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (25°C) | 15.0 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in |
Tombel has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 74°F in July to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 113.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (18.0") and January the driest (1.1").
Farmers Markets in Tombel
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiango Market | |||||
| Kumba Main Market | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché | |||||
| Marché des Fruits du Pont Boko |
Stadiums & Teams in Tombel
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tombel
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Douala International Airport | DLA | Large Airport |
| Tiko Airport | TKC | Medium Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
| Lobe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Malinkam Northwest Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Tombel
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Clinique de Charité |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tombel
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Presbyterian Church | |
| Old Presbyterian Church |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tombel
What is the population of Tombel?
Tombel has a population of 24,384 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 536.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tombel?
Tombel has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 160 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 113.6 inches.