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Bekwai, Ghana
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Bekwai is a mid-size city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 32,082. Elevation: 719 ft (219 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Bekwai
Bɛkwae (Bekwai) is a town and the capital of the Bekwai Municipal, a municipality in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Bekwai is the seventy-ninth most populous settlement in Ghana, with a population of 7,267 people as of 2013. Bekwai and Bekwai Municipal are south of Kumasi and north of Obuasi. As of 2021, the mayor of the municipal is Hon. Kwaku Kyei Baffour.
People
Climate
| Population | 32,082 |
| Population Density | 127 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.4520°, -1.5787° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Ashanti |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.6 inches (1,335 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bekwai
Bekwai is a mid-size city in Ghana (Ashanti) with a population of 32,082. The city sits at an elevation of 719 feet (219 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Bekwai
Bekwai has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1336 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.7°F |
| 46% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 252.1 sq mi (652.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 127/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.4520°N, 1.5787°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.4 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.3 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 6.8 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (25°C) | 4.8 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 6.3 in | |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.0 in |
Bekwai has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 52.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.7") and January the driest (0.4").
Schools in Bekwai
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanfo/Aduam M/A Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Woarakose D/A Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Joseph Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Seventh-Day Adventist Senior High School, Bekwai | — | — | — | — |
| Oppon Memorial Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Adventist Preparatory School (APS) | — | — | — | — |
| Seventh Day Adventist Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Wesley High School | — | — | — | — |
| Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Victory International School | — | — | — | — |
| Central International School | — | — | — | — |
| Sanfo/Aduam SDA primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Roman Catholic Basic Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Church of Christ School (CCS) | — | — | — | — |
| Methodist Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Anglican Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Anglican Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bekwai Experimental JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Bekwai Municipal Assembly Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bekwai
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| citi fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yediem Radio | gospel, highlife | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Meyah Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bekwai
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana Armed Forces Museum | ||||
| Ghana Armed Forces Museum | ||||
| Okomfo Anokye Sword Site | ||||
| Okomfo Anokye Sword Site | ||||
| Opoku Ware II Museum | ||||
| Prempeh II Jubilee Museum | ||||
| Prempeh II Jubilee Museum |
Libraries in Bekwai
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aboabo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aboabo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashanti Library | 0.0 | |||||
| College of Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| College of Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FoSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FoSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gambrah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kwame Addo Kuffour Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Kwame Addo Kuffour Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Prempeh II Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bekwai
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abuakwa Main Market | |||||
| Aburaso Market Square | |||||
| Agogo Market | |||||
| Agogo Market | |||||
| Ahodwo Market | |||||
| Ahodwo Market | |||||
| Anloga Market | |||||
| Asafo Market | |||||
| Atonsu Market | |||||
| Atonsu Market | |||||
| Atonsu New Market | |||||
| Atonsu New Market | |||||
| Ayeduase Market | |||||
| Ayigya Market | |||||
| Bekwai Main Market | |||||
| Boadi Market | |||||
| Boadi Market | |||||
| Bokro Market | |||||
| Bokro Market | |||||
| Horsey Park Market | |||||
| Kejetia | |||||
| Kejetia Market | |||||
| Kejetia Market | |||||
| Kunka New Town Market | |||||
| Maakro Market | |||||
| Onion Market | |||||
| Onion Market | |||||
| Santasi Market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Tanoso market Entrance | |||||
| Tanoso market Entrance |
Hotels in Bekwai
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bekwai
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bekwai
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bekwai
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bekwai
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bekwai
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bekwai
7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bekwai
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Baba Yara Sports Stadium | ||
| Paa Joe Stadium |
Airports Near Bekwai
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prempeh I International Airport | KMS | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Bekwai
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bekwai Ashanti Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Bekwai
10 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amerilife Spine Clinic | ||
| Bomso Clinic | ||
| Cocoa Clinic | ||
| Dr. Mensah | ||
| KMA Clinic | ||
| Mac Hill Special Clinic | ||
| Magazine Clinic | ||
| Royal Medical Agency Clinic | ||
| St. Edward's Clinic | ||
| Victory Martenity/Clinic |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bekwai
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Asante Traditional Buildings | Cultural | 1980 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bekwai
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chruch of Christ, Bekwai Congregation | |
| Deeper Life Bible Church | |
| Prebyterian Church of Ghana | |
| The Church of Pentecost | |
| The Methodist Church of Ghana |
Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Bekwai
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bekwai
What is the population of Bekwai?
Bekwai has a population of 32,082 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 127 people per square mile, spread across 252.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bekwai?
Bekwai has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.6 inches.