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Elmina, Ghana
Central · Ghana
Elmina is a mid-size city in Central, Ghana with a population of 34,403. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Elmina
Elmina is a town and the capital of the Komenda/Edina/Eguafo/Abirem District on the south coast of Ghana in the Central Region. It is situated on a bay on the Atlantic Ocean, 12.2 km (7.6 mi) west of Cape Coast. Elmina was the first European settlement in West Africa and it has a population of 33,576 people, as of 2013. The current Municipality chief of Elmina is Solomon Ebo Appiah.
People
Climate
| Population | 34,403 |
| Population Density | 202 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.0847°, -1.3509° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.3 inches (1,380 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Elmina
Elmina is a mid-size city in Ghana (Central) with a population of 34,403. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Elmina
Elmina has an average annual temperature of 26.5°C (80°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1676 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.7°F |
| 48% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 237 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 170.5 sq mi (441.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 202/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.0847°N, 1.3509°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 8.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.9 in |
Elmina has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 54.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.2") and January the driest (1.1").
Schools in Elmina
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gewas Senior High Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Ayensudo MA Primary and JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Proud Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Cram Presbyterian School | — | — | — | — |
| Alfawz Social Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Bronyibima M/A Basic Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Atonkwa Junior High School (I.C.T. Lab) | — | — | — | — |
| Atonkwa Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Atonkwa Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Atonkwa Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Edinaman Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Elmina
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parousia Radio | christian, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Elmina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmina Java Museum | ||||
| West African Historical Museum |
Libraries in Elmina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ghana National College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| IDS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kofi Annan Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Kofi Annan Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mfantsipim Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Sam Jonah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sam Jonah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ultra modern ICT and Robotic center /Conference Hall, Home Economics Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Ultra modern ICT and Robotic center /Conference Hall, Home Economics Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Elmina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Africana | |||||
| Africana | |||||
| Central Market | |||||
| CoDE market | |||||
| CoDE market | |||||
| CODE Market | |||||
| CODE Market | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| KNH Market | |||||
| KNH Market | |||||
| KNH Market | |||||
| Old Site Market | |||||
| Old Site Market | |||||
| Science Market |
Hotels in Elmina
12 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Elmina
2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Elmina
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Elmina
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Elmina
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Elmina
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Elmina
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Elmina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Elmina
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Takoradi Airport | TKD | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Elmina
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Elmina Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Elmina
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Abura Clinic | ||
| Atta Mills Clinic | ||
| CCTU Clinic | ||
| DIS Clinic | ||
| Ewim Health Clinic | ||
| Kakumdo CHPS Compound | ||
| Kwapraw CHP | ||
| Lucky Herbal Center | ||
| Moore Health Centre | ||
| Moree Health Centre | ||
| Oak Tree Medical Services | ||
| PPAG Cape Coast Clinic | ||
| Salgyin Medical Center | ||
| Sanford clinic | ||
| School Infirmary | ||
| Students Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Elmina
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Atonkwa Mosque | |
| Bethel Methodist Church | |
| Church of Pentecost | |
| Church of Pentecost | |
| Methodist | |
| Saint Anthony Catholic Church | |
| Saint Joseph's basilica | |
| Saint Laurence Catholic church | |
| St. Teresa's Catholic Church | |
| The Church of Pentecost | |
| The Church of Pentecost |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Elmina
What is the population of Elmina?
Elmina has a population of 34,403 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 202 people per square mile, spread across 170.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Elmina?
Elmina has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.3 inches.