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Apam, Ghana

Central · Ghana

Apam is a small city in Central, Ghana with a population of 20,147. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

20,147 Population 114/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
47.2 in Annual Rain
Africa / Accra Timezone

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About Apam

Apam

Apam is a coastal town and capital of Gomoa West District in the Central Region of Ghana, located approximately 45 kilometers east of the Central Region capital, Cape Coast.

People

Population20,147
Density114/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Population20,147
Population Density114 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates5.2850°, -0.7460°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceCentral
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,200 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Apam

Apam is a small city in Ghana (Central) with a population of 20,147. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.

Climate in Apam

Apam has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1701 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C / 81°F 21.6° / 32.3° 38.9
Feb 27.7°C / 82°F 23.6° / 33° 55.8
Mar 27.4°C / 81°F 24° / 32.4° 177.3
Apr 27.3°C / 81°F 24.4° / 31.8° 163.9
May 27°C / 81°F 23.9° / 31° 222.2
Jun 25.7°C / 78°F 22.9° / 29.4° 274.4
Jul 24.6°C / 76°F 21.5° / 28.1° 113.3
Aug 24.3°C / 76°F 20.9° / 28.5° 69.8
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 22.2° / 29.2° 152.0
Oct 25.9°C / 79°F 23.3° / 29.6° 271.4
Nov 26.6°C / 80°F 23.7° / 30.3° 130.4
Dec 26.8°C / 80°F 21.4° / 31.3° 31.5
Apam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 81°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

81°F Jan (27°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average79.9°F
48% above Ghana avg
January Average81°F (27°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area177.1 sq mi (458.6 km²)
Population Density114/sq mi
Coordinates5.2850°N, 0.7460°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.2"
24% above Ghana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.82"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.87"

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 55 km
Jun 24, 2020 4 km NW of Gbawe, Ghana M4.0 57 km
Apr 14, 1990 4 km NNW of Gbawe, Ghana M3.1 60 km
Feb 12, 1990 1 km WNW of Gbawe, Ghana M2.7 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 81°F (27°C) 0.9 in Driest
February 82°F (28°C) 1.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Warmest
April 82°F (28°C) 4.8 in
May 81°F (27°C) 7.2 in
June 79°F (26°C) 8.8 in Wettest
July 77°F (25°C) 3.2 in
August 76°F (25°C) 1.6 in Coldest
September 78°F (25°C) 3.4 in
October 79°F (26°C) 5.6 in
November 81°F (27°C) 3.9 in
December 81°F (27°C) 1.9 in

Apam has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.8") and January the driest (0.9").

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Schools in Apam

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kings Technical Vocational Institute - - - -
Apam Senior High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Apam

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Apam

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Community library0.0

Farmers Markets in Apam

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Fish Market
Market
Winneba Market

Hotels in Apam

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blue Diamond Beach Spa Resort

Castles in Apam

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Adaa Chief's Palace
Fort Patience

Clinics in Apam

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Emergency Unit
GHS (Chips Zone)
Ngyiresi CHPS Compound

Gas Stations in Apam

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GH #2621753164
GH #9595225670
Goil
P&O Energy
Pacific
Petroland
Reliance
Reliance

Stadiums & Teams in Apam

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Apam

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kotoka International AirportACCLarge Airport

Post Offices in Apam

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Apam Post Office

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 Apam

What is the population of Apam?

Apam has a population of 20,147 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 114 people per square mile, spread across 177.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Apam?

Apam has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches.

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