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Wum, Cameroon
North-West · Cameroon
Wum is a mid-size city in North-West, Cameroon with a population of 42,457. Elevation: 3,461 ft (1,055 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wum
Wum is a town and commune in Cameroon. It is the capital of Menchum division in the Northwest Province.
People
Climate
| Population | 42,457 |
| Population Density | 332 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,461 ft (1,055 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.3833°, 10.0667° |
| Timezone | Africa/Douala |
| Country | 🇨🇲 Cameroon |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 74°F (23°C) |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.0 inches (2,007 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wum
Wum is a mid-size city in Cameroon (North-West) with a population of 42,457. The city sits at an elevation of 3,461 feet (1,055 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 74°F in January to 71°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.
Climate in Wum
Wum has an average annual temperature of 23.4°C (74°F). The hottest month is Feb (25.4°C), the coldest is Aug (21.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1818 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 73.7°F |
| 36% above Cameroon avg | |
| January Average | 74°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,461 ft (1,055 m) |
| Area | 127.9 sq mi (331.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 332/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.3833°N, 10.0667°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 | 50 km |
| 1984 | LAKE MONOUN | Landslide | 5.0 m | 37 | 50 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Oku Volcanic Field (50 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Oku Volcanic Field | Stratovolcano | 3,011 m (9,879 ft) | Unknown | 50 km |
| Tombel Graben | Pyroclastic cone(s) | 500 m (1,640 ft) | Unknown | 185 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 74°F (24°C) | 0.4 in | |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 0.9 in | |
| March | 77°F (25°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 9.7 in | |
| July | 71°F (22°C) | 12.6 in | |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 12.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 72°F (22°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 73°F (23°C) | 9.8 in | |
| November | 74°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | Driest |
Wum has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 71°F in August to 77°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 79.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and December the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Wum
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balla Radio | african music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Equinoxe Radio | electronic | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Wum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main Market Entrance | |||||
| Marché Principal de Fundong | |||||
| Rue Bimop |
Hotels in Wum
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wum
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Wum
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wum
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Wum
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bamenda Airport | BPC | Medium Airport |
| Foumban Nkounja Airport | FOM | Medium Airport |
| Bali Airport | BLC | Small Airport |
| Bebi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wum
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's witnesses |
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Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wum
What is the population of Wum?
Wum has a population of 42,457 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 332 people per square mile, spread across 127.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wum?
Wum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 74°F in January, while summers reach an average of 71°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.0 inches.