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Ganta, Liberia
Nimba · Liberia
Ganta is a small city in Nimba, Liberia with a population of 13,802. Elevation: 1,339 ft (408 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Ganta
Ganta, also known as Gompa City, is a town approximately 323 kilometres (201 mi) from Monrovia in Nimba County of northern Liberia. It is located just south of the Guinea border. It is the second-most populous city in Liberia, with an estimated population of 41,106 as of 2008. A bustling market town, it contains a prominent white mosque, noted for its decorated minarets of carved stars.
People
Climate
| Population | 13,802 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,339 ft (408 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.3022°, -8.5308° |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
| Country | 🇱🇷 Liberia |
| State / Province | Nimba |
| Average Temperature | 77°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 83.6 inches (2,124 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ganta
Ganta is a small city in Liberia (Nimba) with a population of 13,802. The city sits at an elevation of 1,339 feet (408 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 83.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.
Climate in Ganta
Ganta has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.1°C), the coldest is Aug (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 2721 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.6°F |
| 42% above Liberia avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 189 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,339 ft (408 m) |
| Area | 252.3 sq mi (653.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.3022°N, 8.5308°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.7 in | Driest |
| February | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 78°F (25°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | Warmest |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 76°F (25°C) | 11.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 12.0 in | |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 11.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 15.3 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 9.1 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 76°F (24°C) | 1.3 in |
Ganta has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 74°F in August to 78°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 83.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (15.3") and January the driest (0.7").
Clinics in Ganta
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Ganta
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nimba Airport | NIA | Small Airport |
| Nzérékoré Airport | NZE | Small Airport |
| United Methodist Mission Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ganta
What is the population of Ganta?
Ganta has a population of 13,802 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 252.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ganta?
Ganta has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 189 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 83.6 inches.