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Bimbila, Ghana
Northern · Ghana
Bimbila is a mid-size city in Northern, Ghana with a population of 34,262. Elevation: 696 ft (212 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bimbila
Bimbilla is the capital town of Nanumba North District, a district in the Northern Region of Ghana. It is located in the East of the region, and is near the Oti River. The location is situated within the range of 8.5° north to 9.25° north latitude, and between 0.57° east to 0.5° east longitude. It borders five municipalities: Yendi Municipal to the north, Mion Municipal to the northwest, East Gonja Municipal to the west and southwest, Nanumba South Municipal to the south and east, and Zabzugu Municipal to the north-northeast.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,262 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Coordinates | 8.8549°, 0.0592° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Northern |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.3 inches (1,226 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bimbila
Bimbila is a mid-size city in Ghana (Northern) with a population of 34,262. The city sits at an elevation of 696 feet (212 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Bimbila
Bimbila has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (29.6°C), the coldest is Dec (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1460 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.9°F |
| 52% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Area | 1,655.7 sq mi (4,288.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 8.8549°N, 0.0592°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.1 in | Driest |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 0.3 in | |
| March | 87°F (30°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 85°F (30°C) | 3.5 in | |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 7.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 9.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.6 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 in |
Bimbila has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F / from 78°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (9.5") and January the driest (0.1").
Colleges & Universities in Bimbila
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education, Bimbilla | College | - | , |
Schools in Bimbila
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binda L/A Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education Demonstration School | - | - | - | - |
| Bimbilla Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education Demonstration Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bimbila
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Bus Stations in Bimbila
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bimbila
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bimbila
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Bimbila
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Yendi Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bimbila
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bimbilla Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bimbila
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| E P |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Bimbila?
Bimbila has a population of 34,262 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 1,655.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bimbila?
Bimbila has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.