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Yabassi, Cameroon

Littoral · Cameroon

Yabassi is a small city in Littoral, Cameroon with a population of 7,560. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

7,560 Population 7/sq mi density
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
108.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Douala Timezone

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About Yabassi

Yabassi is a town and commune in western Cameroon, and capital of the Nkam department. Its population in 2001 was estimated at 12,000. The main dialect spoken is the Yabassi. However, there are also other dialects originating in the Nkam which are spoken.

People

Population7,560
Density7/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain108.9 in/yr
Sunny Days164/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Population7,560
Population Density7 / sq mi
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates4.4570°, 9.9682°
TimezoneAfrica/Douala
Country🇨🇲 Cameroon
State / ProvinceLittoral
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation108.9 inches (2,766 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Yabassi

Yabassi is a small city in Cameroon (Littoral) with a population of 7,560. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 108.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Douala.

Yabassi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual precipitation totals 108.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average80.6°F
49% above Cameroon avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days164 days/yr

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area1,109.7 sq mi (2,874.1 km²)
Population Density7/sq mi
Coordinates4.4570°N, 9.9682°W
TimezoneAfrica/Douala

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 108.9"
187% above Cameroon avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 18.15"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8.

Mar 27, 1999 19 km N of Malabo, Equatorial Guinea M4.8 142 km
Mar 27, 1999 19 km N of Malabo, Equatorial Guinea M4.7 145 km
Sep 20, 1990 20 km WNW of Buea, Cameroon M4.7 104 km
Mar 19, 2005 22 km WNW of Évodoula, Cameroon M4.6 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Tombel Graben (44 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Tombel Graben Pyroclastic cone(s) 500 m (1,640 ft) Unknown 44 km
Cameroon Stratovolcano 4,095 m (13,435 ft) 2000 93 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 2.3 in
March 82°F (28°C) 5.6 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 8.0 in
May 81°F (27°C) 9.8 in
June 80°F (27°C) 12.1 in
July 78°F (26°C) 16.6 in
August 78°F (26°C) 18.2 in Coldest, Wettest
September 79°F (26°C) 16.9 in
October 80°F (27°C) 13.4 in
November 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in
December 82°F (28°C) 0.9 in

Yabassi has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 78°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 108.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (18.2") and January the driest (0.9").

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Colleges & Universities in Yabassi

Institution Type Founded Website
Institut des Sciences Halieutiques de Yabassi University - Visit →

Schools in Yabassi

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée Technique Professionnel Agricole de Yabassi - - - -
Lycée Bilingue de Yabassi - - - -
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Hotels in Yabassi

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Résidence Titina

Castles in Yabassi

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ChefferieNdem

Airports Near Yabassi

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Douala International AirportDLALarge Airport
Tiko AirportTKCMedium Airport
Malinkam Northwest Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yabassi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cocathédrale Sainte Famille de Yabassi

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Douala
Elevation
49 m (161 ft)
Website
cvuc.cm/national/index.php/fr/carte-communale/region-du-littoral/141-association/carte-administrative/littoral/nkam/558-yabassi

🇨🇲 About Cameroon

Capital Yaounde
Population 25,216,237
Area 475,440 km²
GDP (USD) $48,814,501,547
GDP per capita $1,720
HDI 0.576
Life expectancy 63.7 years
Internet users 41.9%
Urban population 55.1%
Currency XAF (Franc)
Languages English, French
Calling code +237
TLD .cm
Driving side right

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Frequently Asked Questions About Yabassi

What is the population of Yabassi?

Yabassi has a population of 7,560 residents and is located in Cameroon. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 1,109.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Yabassi?

Yabassi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 164 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 108.9 inches.

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