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Bawku, Ghana
Upper East · Ghana
Bawku is a mid-size city in Upper East, Ghana with a population of 76,459. Elevation: 748 ft (228 m). Average temperature: 83°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bawku
Bawku is a town in and the capital of Bawku Municipal District, Upper East Region, in north Ghana, adjacent to the border with Burkina Faso. The municipality has a total land area of about 257 km2. It was established by Legislative Instrument (L.I) 2103. In 2021, Bawku had a population of 119,458 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 76,459 |
| Population Density | 489 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Coordinates | 11.0593°, -0.2425° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Upper East |
| Average Temperature | 83°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (895 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bawku
Bawku is a mid-size city in Ghana (Upper East) with a population of 76,459. The city sits at an elevation of 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 83°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Bawku
Bawku has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.3°C), the coldest is Dec (23.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1216 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.8°F |
| 53% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 272 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| Area | 156.2 sq mi (404.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 11.0593°N, 0.2425°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 89°F (31°C) | 0.5 in | |
| April | 89°F (32°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| May | 86°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 79°F (26°C) | 9.2 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 1.9 in | |
| November | 83°F (28°C) | 0.2 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.1 in |
Bawku has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 79°F in August to 89°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.2") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Bawku
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gbewaa College of Education | College | - | , |
Schools in Bawku
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gingande Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Methodist Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Anthony Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Urban Council Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Winamzoa Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Agoli JHS | - | - | - | - |
| St. Timothy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bawku Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bawku Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Bawku Technical Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Nayoko no.1 primary school | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bawku
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Bawku
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bawku Central Market |
Restaurants in Bawku
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bawku
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bawku
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bawku
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bawku
20 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bawku
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bawku
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bawku
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djangou Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Komin-Yanga Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Ouargaye Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sansanné-Mango Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Tenkodogo Airport | TEG | Small Airport |
| Zabré Airport | XZA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bawku
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bawku Post Office | |
| Pusiga Postal Agency |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bawku
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bawku Presbytarian Church | |
| Methodist Church of Ghana | |
| Mosque | |
| Old Catholic Parish |
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Quick Facts
Around Bawku
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bawku
What is the population of Bawku?
Bawku has a population of 76,459 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 489 people per square mile, spread across 156.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bawku?
Bawku has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 83°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches.