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Buchanan, Liberia
Grand Bassa County · Liberia
Buchanan is a mid-size city in Grand Bassa County, Liberia with a population of 75,854. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).
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About Buchanan
Buchanan, also previously known as Grand Bassa on some maps, is the third largest city in Liberia, lying on Waterhouse Bay, part of the Atlantic Ocean. As of the 2008 census, Buchanan had a population of 34,270. Of this, 16,984 were male and 17,286 female.
People
Climate
| Population | 75,854 |
| Population Density | 5,372 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.8769°, -10.0496° |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
| Country | 🇱🇷 Liberia |
| State / Province | Grand Bassa County |
| Average Temperature | 79°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 128.5 inches (3,265 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Buchanan
Buchanan is a mid-size city in Liberia (Grand Bassa County) with a population of 75,854. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 128.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.
Climate in Buchanan
Buchanan has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Aug (25°C). Average annual precipitation is 2024 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.6°F |
| 46% above Liberia avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 155 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 14.1 sq mi (36.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,372/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.8769°N, 10.0496°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 80°F (27°C) | 12.5 in | |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 21.4 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 17.1 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 16.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 22.7 in | Wettest |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 14.7 in | |
| November | 80°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 3.5 in |
Buchanan has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 76°F in August to 81°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 128.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (22.7") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Buchanan
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Four Houses | — | — | — | — |
| Grand Bassa Community College (GBCC) | — | — | — | — |
| Bassa High | — | — | — | — |
| Chariot Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Hotels in Buchanan
7 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Buchanan
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Buchanan
13 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Buchanan
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Buchanan
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Buchanan
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Roberts International Airport | ROB | Large Airport |
| Spriggs Payne Airport | MLW | Medium Airport |
| Buchanan Airport | UCN | Small Airport |
| Gozohn Camp Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lamco Airport | — | Small Airport |
| River Cess Airport and Heliport | RVC | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
Around Buchanan
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Buchanan
1 places within 15 km
- • Sunset Beach
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What is the population of Buchanan?
Buchanan has a population of 75,854 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 5,372 people per square mile, spread across 14.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Buchanan?
Buchanan 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 77°F in July. The area receives 155 sunny days per year, below the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 128.5 inches.