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Tonga, Cameroon
West · Cameroon
Tonga is a small city in West, Cameroon with a population of 16,036. Elevation: 2,654 ft (809 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Tonga
Tonga, officially the Kingdom of Tonga, is an island country in Polynesia, part of Oceania. The country has 171 islands, of which 45 are inhabited. Its total surface area is about 750 km2 (290 sq mi), scattered over 700,000 km2 (270,000 sq mi) in the southern Pacific Ocean. As of 2021, according to Johnson's Tribune, Tonga has a population of 104,494, 70% of whom reside on the main island, Tongatapu. The country stretches approximately 800 km north-south. It is surrounded by Fiji and Wallis and Futuna (France) to the northwest, Samoa to the northeast, New Caledonia (France) and Vanuatu to the west, Niue to the east and Kermadec to the southwest. Tonga is about 1,800 km from New Zealand's North Island.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,036 |
| Population Density | 60 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,654 ft (809 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.9667°, 10.7000° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | West |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 78.4 inches (1,992 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Tonga
Tonga is a small city in Cameroon (West) with a population of 16,036. The city sits at an elevation of 2,654 feet (809 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 76°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Tonga
Tonga has an average annual temperature of 23°C (73°F). The hottest month is Mar (24.1°C), the coldest is Aug (22°C). Average annual precipitation is 1881 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.9°F |
| 39% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 196 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,654 ft (809 m) |
| Area | 268.6 sq mi (695.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.9667°N, 10.7000°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 | 144 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 144 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (111 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 111 km |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 144 km |
| Cameroon | Stratovolcano | 4,095 m (13,435 ft) | 2000 | 190 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 76°F (25°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.8 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 7.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 9.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 12.3 in | |
| September | 74°F (23°C) | 13.9 in | Wettest |
| October | 74°F (23°C) | 12.1 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 0.4 in |
Tonga has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 72°F in July to 78°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 78.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.9") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Tonga
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lycée Bilingue de Tonga | - | - | - | - |
Museums in Tonga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jean Felicien Gacha Foundation Museum | ||||
| Museum of Bangoua Chieftaincy |
Libraries in Tonga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bilingual Bookshop | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tonga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Marché aux Fruits | |||||
| Marché aux Fruits et Légumes |
Gas Stations in Tonga
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Tonga
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tonga
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam Airport | BFX | Medium Airport |
| Foumban Nkounja Airport | FOM | Medium Airport |
| Bafia Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dschang Airport | DSC | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Tonga
What is the population of Tonga?
Tonga has a population of 16,036 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 268.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Tonga?
Tonga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 76°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 196 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 78.4 inches.