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Rey Bouba

City in North, Cameroon

Overview

Rey Bouba is a modest city in northern Cameroon known for its historic significance and as the seat of the traditional Lamido (chiefdom). Its lively local markets and the iconic Rey Bouba Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site candidate, attract visitors seeking cultural authenticity.

Geographic Context

Jurisdiction
Cameroon
Region
North
Population
11,454
Time Zone
Africa/Douala
Coordinates
8.67°, 14.18°

Key Metrics

Safety Score
35
Female Safety
40
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
40
Food Safety
35
Monthly Cost
$323
Local Cost
$180
Local Income
$60
Cashless
10
English
15
Temperature
28.2°C
Summer Avg
26.7°C
Winter Avg
27.6°C
Record High
44.9°C
Record Low
11.3°C
Humidity
52%
Precipitation
1002 mm
City Vibrancy
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0

Frequently Asked Questions

Data sources

Source-backed data

NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.

Estimated data

Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 55/100.

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