Douala, Cameroon
Major city · Population 1.3M
Douala is the largest city in Cameroon with a population of approximately 1,338,082 people as of 2026. This makes it the 372nd largest city in the world, accounting for 4.59% of Cameroon's total population of 29.1M. Douala is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Douala timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.8°C with 1,414 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 17 meters above sea level.
Population
1,338,082
Global Rank
#372
Country Rank
#1
% of Cameroon
4.59%
Avg Temperature
26.8°C
Annual Rainfall
1,414 mm
Elevation
17 m
Timezone
Africa/Douala
Douala on the Map
Climate in Douala
Douala's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug. The wettest month is Oct with 217 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Cameroon at a Glance
Country Population
29,123,744
Capital
Yaoundé
Region
Middle Africa
Major Cities
16
GDP per Capita
$1,830
Life Expectancy
63.7 years
Urban Population
55.4%
Growth Rate
0.03%
Other Major Cities in Cameroon
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Douala with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Buea | 140,533 | 53 km |
| Edéa | 103,861 | 55 km |
| Limbe | 131,381 | 55 km |
| Kumba | 225,046 | 71 km |
| Nkongsamba | 162,309 | 104 km |
| Malabo | 155,963 | 107 km |
| Bafoussam | 373,268 | 178 km |
| Esuk Oron | 112,033 | 181 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Douala?
The population of Douala, Cameroon is approximately 1,338,082 people, making it the 372nd largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Cameroon.
Is Douala the capital of Cameroon?
No, the capital of Cameroon is Yaoundé. Douala is the 1st largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Douala?
Douala has an average annual temperature of 26.8°C and receives 1,414 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Aug.
What timezone is Douala in?
Douala is in the Africa/Douala timezone.