Current Date And Time In West, Cameroon
Saturday, 11 July 2026
23:19:30 WAT
Capital: Bafoussam
Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Area: 13,892.00 km²
State Code: OU
Explore complete geographic and administrative data about West, a state or region of Cameroon in Africa. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for West — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | West | |
| State Capital | Bafoussam | |
| State Code | OU | |
| Country | Cameroon | |
| Continent | Africa | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 13,892.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 5,363.73 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #10 | |
| Percentage of Cameroon Area | 2.92% | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Central African CFA Franc | |
| Code ISO-4217 | XAF | |
| Symbol | Fr | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +237 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .cm | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 955 | |
| In Feet | 3,133 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 5.46 | |
| Longitude | 10.8 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.464° N 10.8° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 27' 50" N 10° 48' 0" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 27.83' N 10° 48' E | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +01:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in West, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Cameroon.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bafoussam | 373,268 | 5.478° N | 10.418° E |
| Foumban | 130,287 | 5.727° N | 10.899° E |
| Dschang | 99,582 | 5.444° N | 10.053° E |
| Foumbot | 74,319 | 5.508° N | 10.633° E |
| Mbouda | 71,867 | 5.626° N | 10.254° E |
| Bafang | 54,505 | 5.157° N | 10.177° E |
| Bangangté | 43,694 | 5.141° N | 10.525° E |
| Bandjoun | 31,750 | 5.376° N | 10.413° E |
| Magba | 30,931 | 5.95° N | 11.217° E |
| Kekem | 27,038 | 5.157° N | 10.02° E |
West is an administrative region of Cameroon, located in Africa. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Cameroon's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from West for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Cameroon
Precise GPS coordinates of West enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of West within Cameroon plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Africa markets. › View West on map
Understanding the local time zone of West is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in West is Central African CFA franc (XAF). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Cameroon need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for West are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Cameroon. › View all country calling codes
West is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Cameroon in Africa. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in West
West covers an area of approximately 13,892.00 square kilometers (5,363.73 square miles). This is about 2.92% of Cameroon's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of West is Bafoussam. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Cameroon. The national capital of Cameroon is Yaounde.
West follows the +01:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Cameroon. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in West is the Central African CFA franc (XAF), represented by the symbol Fr — the official currency of Cameroon. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
