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Duayaw-Nkwanta, Ghana

Ahafo · Ghana

Duayaw-Nkwanta is a small city in Ahafo, Ghana with a population of 17,000. Elevation: 1,079 ft (329 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

17,000 Population 46/sq mi density
1,079 ft Elevation 329 meters
78°F Avg Temperature 26°C
47.9 in Annual Rain
Africa / Accra Timezone

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About Duayaw-Nkwanta

Duayaw Nkwanta is a town and the capital of Tano North Municipal District, a municipal in the Ahafo Region of Ghana. It is located close to Sunyani, the capital of the Bono Region. The infrastructure of Duayaw Nkwanta is well structured. Duayaw Nkwanta has a settlement population of 27,476. This town boasts of good schools such as Boakye Tromo Senior High Technical School, Serwaa Kesse Girls Senior High School, and Presbyterian Midwifery Training College, among others.

People

Population17,000
Density46/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp78°F (26°C)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Sunny Days249/yr
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Population17,000
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Coordinates7.1749°, -2.0996°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAhafo
Average Temperature78°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation47.9 inches (1,217 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Duayaw-Nkwanta

Duayaw-Nkwanta is a small city in Ghana (Ahafo) with a population of 17,000. The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet (329 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.9 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.

Climate in Duayaw-Nkwanta

Duayaw-Nkwanta has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1324 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 12.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 47.5
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.4
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 170.5
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 155.3
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 175.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 109.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 65.3
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 199.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 193.0
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 64.4
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 21.8
Duayaw-Nkwanta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 249 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,079 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average78.1°F
45% above Ghana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days249 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area372.8 sq mi (965.5 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates7.1749°N, 2.0996°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.9"
26% above Ghana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 7.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.31"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.3 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 1.5 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.5 in Warmest
April 80°F (27°C) 5.0 in
May 80°F (26°C) 6.2 in
June 77°F (25°C) 7.1 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 4.7 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.0 in Coldest
September 76°F (24°C) 6.5 in
October 77°F (25°C) 6.6 in
November 78°F (26°C) 1.8 in
December 78°F (26°C) 0.7 in

Duayaw-Nkwanta has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 47.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (0.3").

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Schools in Duayaw-Nkwanta

16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Koforidua MA Basic
Dwumo Methodist Basic School
SDA Basic School
Methodist Global School
Koforidua D/A Basic School
Duayaw Nkwanta Presby JHS B
Clyde Academy
Nyamebeye MA Basic
Adrobaa MA Basic
Methodist Basic
Ibrahimia Islamic A&B Basic School
Terchire Senior High School
Boakye Tromo Senior High/Technical School
Samuel Otu Presbyterian Senior High School
Serwaa Kesse Girls' Senior High School
Roman Catholic Community
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Radio Stations near Duayaw-Nkwanta

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Duayaw-Nkwanta

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bomaa Community Library0.0
New Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Sunyani Childrens Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Duayaw-Nkwanta

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square
Wednesday Market

Clinics in Duayaw-Nkwanta

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asuboi chips compound

Bus Stations in Duayaw-Nkwanta

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Duayaw Nkwanta Bus Station
Subreso taxi station

Gas Stations in Duayaw-Nkwanta

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Benab Oil
Engen
GH #10246602439

Airports Near Duayaw-Nkwanta

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prempeh I International AirportKMSLarge Airport
Sunyani AirportNYIMedium Airport

Post Offices in Duayaw-Nkwanta

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Duayaw Nkwata Post Office
Techimantia Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Duayaw-Nkwanta

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. John of God Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Accra
Elevation
315 m (1,034 ft)

🇬🇭 About Ghana

Capital Accra
Population 29,767,108
Area 239,460 km²
GDP (USD) $80,547,146,878
GDP per capita $2,384
HDI 0.602
Life expectancy 65.5 years
Internet users 69.9%
Urban population 57.8%
Currency GHS (Cedi)
Languages English
Calling code +233
TLD .gh
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Ghana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 7 Constitution Day Constitution Day
Mar 6 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 May Day May Day
Jul 1 Republic Day Republic Day
Sep 21 Founders Day Founders Day
Dec 4 Farmers' Day Farmers' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Duayaw-Nkwanta

What is the population of Duayaw-Nkwanta?

Duayaw-Nkwanta has a population of 17,000 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 372.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Duayaw-Nkwanta?

Duayaw-Nkwanta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 249 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.9 inches.

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