Geography of Cameroon
Geography of Cameroon: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cameroon
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Coordinates: 3°50′52.8″N 11°30′7.6″E (3.848, 11.5021)
Quick facts about Cameroon
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 3°50′52.8″N 11°30′7.6″E (3.848, 11.5021) |
| Capital | Yaounde |
| Population | 28.000.000 |
| Area | 183.569 sq mi |
| ISO code | CM |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CMR |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| Languages | French, English |
| Calling code | +237 |
| Time zone | Africa/Douala |
| Local time | 3:18 PM (UTC+01:00) |
| Best months | January, February and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Cameroon is a country in Africa. Cameroon is a country in Africa with its capital at Yaounde. It has a population of about 28 million. The capital is Yaounde.
Right now it is 76°F (24°C) in Cameroon with partly cloudy. It feels like 82°F. Today runs from 67°F to 78°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cameroon is January, February and December. The climate is temperate. April, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 87°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 67°F.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is in line with the 80°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Cameroon today at 9.7/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Cameroon month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 87° | 69° | 0,4 in | ★★★★★ |
| February | 87° | 70° | 1,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| March | 86° | 70° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 84° | 69° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 83° | 69° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 81° | 69° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 80° | 68° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 80° | 67° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 68° | 8,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 80° | 68° | 10,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 82° | 68° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 84° | 69° | 0,8 in | ★★★★★ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cameroon?
Cameroon is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 3.848, 11.5021. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Cameroon right now?
It is currently 76°F (24°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 82% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cameroon?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Cameroon, which has a temperate climate. April, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cameroon in?
Cameroon observes Africa/Douala (UTC+01:00). The local time is 3:18 PM.
How many people live in Cameroon?
Cameroon has a population of approximately 28 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 5, 2026 at 3:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
