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Akwatia, Ghana
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Akwatia is a mid-size city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 33,784. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Akwatia
Akwatia is the capital of Denkyembour, a district in the Eastern region of south Ghana and west of the Atewa Range in the Birim River basin. Akwatia or Akortia also means "He returned here or there" In the indigenous language formerly known as Oji-Ounji now called Anii. Akwatia has a 2013 settlement population of 23,766 people. Akwatia is the main center of diamond extraction in Ghana. The town is the center of the Denkyembour parliamentary constituency.
People
Climate
| Population | 33,784 |
| Population Density | 155 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0402°, -0.8088° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Eastern |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 62.8 inches (1,596 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Akwatia
Akwatia is a mid-size city in Ghana (Eastern) with a population of 33,784. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 62.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Akwatia
Akwatia has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.6°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.3°F |
| 45% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 218.5 sq mi (566.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 155/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0402°N, 0.8088°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1906 | GOLD COAST | Earthquake | — | — | 133 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.7 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 7.4 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 5.0 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 5.9 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 8.3 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 2.6 in |
Akwatia has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 62.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (1.2").
Schools in Akwatia
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.M.E Zion School | — | — | — | — |
| Shalom International School | — | — | — | — |
| Roman Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Akwatia Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| St. Rose's Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tarkrosi Community Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Akwatia
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamp Radio | christian, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Akwatia
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akim Abodom Market Square | |||||
| Akim Abodom Market Square | |||||
| Akwatia Market | |||||
| Asamankese Market | |||||
| Kade Market |
Hotels in Akwatia
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Akwatia
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Akwatia
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Akwatia
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kotoka International Airport | ACC | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Akwatia
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Akwatia Post Office |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Akwatia?
Akwatia has a population of 33,784 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 155 people per square mile, spread across 218.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Akwatia?
Akwatia has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 62.8 inches.