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Asamankese, Ghana
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Asamankese is a mid-size city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 46,061. Elevation: 482 ft (147 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Asamankese
Asamankese is a town in south Ghana and is the capital of West Akim Municipal District, a district in the Eastern Region of south Ghana. Asamankese has a 2013 settlement population of approximately 39,435 people. Asamankese is on the main highway to Kumasi and Accra in the interior. The people of Asamankese celebrate the Obuodwan festival.
People
Climate
| Population | 46,061 |
| Population Density | 201 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8601°, -0.6635° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Eastern |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.1 inches (1,449 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Asamankese
Asamankese is a mid-size city in Ghana (Eastern) with a population of 46,061. The city sits at an elevation of 482 feet (147 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Asamankese
Asamankese 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 | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Area | 228.7 sq mi (592.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 201/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8601°N, 0.6635°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 | — | — | 128 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.1 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 9.6 in | Wettest |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.9 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.3 in |
Asamankese has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.6") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Asamankese
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sukrong Bethlehem Roman Catholic JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Mepom RC JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Action Child Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Asamankese Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Thomas Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Asamankese
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBC Uniiq 95.7 FM | news talk sports | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Oroko Radio | alternative, community radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Lamp Radio | christian, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Farmers Markets in Asamankese
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Akwatia Market | |||||
| Asamankese Market | |||||
| Kade Market |
Hotels in Asamankese
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Asamankese
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Asamankese
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Asamankese
9 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Asamankese
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Asamankese
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Asamankese
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kotoka International Airport | ACC | Large Airport |
| Kpong Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Asamankese
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Asamankese Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Asamankese
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Methodist Church Asamankese |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Asamankese?
Asamankese has a population of 46,061 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 201 people per square mile, spread across 228.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Asamankese?
Asamankese has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches.