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Akatsi, Ghana

Volta · Ghana

Akatsi is a mid-size city in Volta, Ghana with a population of 31,981. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

Data updated June 2026

31,981 Population 131/sq mi density
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Africa / Accra Timezone

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About Akatsi

Akatsi

Akatsi College of Education is a teacher training college located at Akatsi in the Volta Region of Ghana. It was established on 1 October 1963. Its motto is "Quality teacher education in a changing society", and the college is home to more than 700 students.

People

Population31,981
Density131/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Population31,981
Population Density131 / sq mi
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates6.1316°, 0.7985°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceVolta
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,015 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Akatsi

Akatsi is a mid-size city in Ghana (Volta) with a population of 31,981. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet (55 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.

Climate in Akatsi

Akatsi has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Feb (29.2°C), the coldest is Jul (25.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1374 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.4°C / 83°F 22.1° / 34.6° 30.3
Feb 29.2°C / 84°F 24.6° / 35.2° 30.8
Mar 28.5°C / 83°F 25° / 34.2° 117.9
Apr 28.1°C / 83°F 24.9° / 33.5° 157.7
May 27.5°C / 82°F 24.4° / 32.2° 190.4
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 23.5° / 30.2° 208.9
Jul 25.3°C / 78°F 22.2° / 29° 118.5
Aug 25.3°C / 78°F 21.9° / 30.2° 64.6
Sep 25.9°C / 79°F 23° / 30.4° 167.3
Oct 26.4°C / 79°F 23.8° / 30.4° 197.3
Nov 27.2°C / 81°F 24.1° / 31.5° 69.4
Dec 27.9°C / 82°F 22.3° / 33.8° 20.7
Akatsi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 180 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above Ghana avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area244.0 sq mi (631.8 km²)
Population Density131/sq mi
Coordinates6.1316°N, 0.7985°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above Ghana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.79"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Mar 6, 1997 6 km S of Gbawe, Ghana M4.4 141 km
Jun 24, 2020 4 km NW of Gbawe, Ghana M4.0 140 km
Apr 14, 1990 4 km NNW of Gbawe, Ghana M3.1 136 km
Feb 12, 1990 1 km WNW of Gbawe, Ghana M2.7 139 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1933 GOLD COAST Earthquake - - 88 km
1906 GOLD COAST Earthquake - - 69 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in Driest
February 84°F (29°C) 1.5 in
March 85°F (29°C) 3.4 in Warmest
April 84°F (29°C) 4.8 in
May 83°F (28°C) 6.5 in
June 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in Wettest
July 79°F (26°C) 2.7 in
August 78°F (26°C) 1.4 in Coldest
September 80°F (26°C) 3.4 in
October 81°F (27°C) 5.0 in
November 82°F (28°C) 2.4 in
December 83°F (28°C) 1.0 in

Akatsi has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 78°F in August to 85°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (0.8").

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Colleges & Universities in Akatsi

Institution Type Founded Website
Akatsi College of Education College - ,

Schools in Akatsi

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Abor E.P. School - - - -
Akatsico Practice School - - - -
Kingship - - - -
Ami School - - - -
Zuta LA Basic School - - - -
His Grace International School Complex - - - -
Agorweme Basic School - - - -
Bitcoin Aves - - - -
R.C. Primary School - - - -
Akatsi No. 1 Junior High School - - - -
Agornu Akporkplate Basic School - - - -
Abor Senior High School - - - -
Akatsi Senior High/Technical School - - - -
Wovenu Senior High/Technical School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Akatsi

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Cotonou 94.3 (BJ) african music, general MP3
RADIO MARIA TOGO (TG) catholic, catolica MP3 64 kbps
Radio Gameli (TG) - MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Akatsi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Pioneers Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Akatsi

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Akatsi Market
Dzodze Market
Keta Market

Hotels in Akatsi

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jerusalem View Hotel
Perfect Peace Hotel

Restaurants in Akatsi

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dora's Joint
Padis Eatery

Clinics in Akatsi

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hoggar Clinic Limited

Bus Stations in Akatsi

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abor Bus Station (DC MORTO)
Akatsi Market Bus Station
GH #5622580999

Gas Stations in Akatsi

18 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agapet
Agapet
Alinco Oil
Champion
DG Darmens LPG
GH #2967732205
GH #3611418530
GH #3997865987
GH #4846183430
GH #5622365977
Glory Oil
Goil
Mighty Gas
Quantum
Sephem Oil
Shell
Shell
TT Energy

Banks in Akatsi

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anlo Rural Bank
GCB Bank
GCB Bank, Akatsi

Airports Near Akatsi

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Lomé–Tokoin International AirportLFWLarge Airport
Ho Airport-Medium Airport
Ajena Airstrip-Small Airport
Kpong Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Akatsi

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Abor Post Office
Akatsi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Akatsi

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ the King Catholic Cathedral
Holy Spirit Catholic Church. Akatsi-Live

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Accra

🇬🇭 About Ghana

Capital Accra
Population 29,767,108
Area 239,460 km²
GDP (USD) $80,547,146,878
GDP per capita $2,384
HDI 0.602
Life expectancy 65.5 years
Internet users 69.9%
Urban population 57.8%
Currency GHS (Cedi)
Languages English
Calling code +233
TLD .gh
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Ghana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 7 Constitution Day Constitution Day
Mar 6 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 May Day May Day
Jul 1 Republic Day Republic Day
Sep 21 Founders Day Founders Day
Dec 4 Farmers' Day Farmers' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Akatsi

What is the population of Akatsi?

Akatsi has a population of 31,981 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 131 people per square mile, spread across 244.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Akatsi?

Akatsi has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

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