Kumasi, Ghana
Ashanti · Ghana
Kumasi is a major city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 2,544,530. Elevation: 886 ft (270 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Kumasi
Kumasi is a city and the capital of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly and the Ashanti Region of Ghana. It is the second largest city in the country, with a population of 443,981 as of the 2021 census. Kumasi is located in a rain forest region near Lake Bosomtwe and is located about 200 kilometres (120 mi) from Accra. The city experiences a tropical savanna climate, with two rainy seasons which range from minor to major. Major ethnic groups who live in Kumasi are the Asante, Dagombas, Mole-Dagbon and Ewe. As of 2025, the mayor of the metropolitan is Ofori-Agyeman Boadi.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,544,530 |
| Population Density | 25,946 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.6885°, -1.6244° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Ashanti |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.6 inches (1,361 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kumasi
Kumasi is a major city in Ghana (Ashanti) with a population of 2,544,530. The city sits at an elevation of 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Kumasi
Kumasi has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Feb (28.6°C), the coldest is Aug (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1336 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.4°F |
| 45% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 239 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 886 ft (270 m) |
| Area | 98.1 sq mi (254.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 25,946/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.6885°N, 1.6244°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 81°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 80°F (26°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 8.0 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 1.1 in |
Kumasi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.0") and January the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in Kumasi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akenten Appiah-Menka University of Skills Training and Entrepreneurial Development | University | 2020 | Visit → |
| Christian Service University College | College | — | — |
| college of art | College | — | — |
| FABNE Block | University | — | Visit → |
| Ghana Baptist University College | College | — | — |
| Ghana Baptist University College-Abuakwa Campus | College | — | — |
| Kumasi Technical University | University | — | Visit → |
| Kumasi Technical University - Adako Jachie Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology | University | — | Visit → |
| Offinso College of Education | College | — | — |
| St. Louis College of Education | College | — | — |
| The older great hall | University | — | — |
| Wesley College of Education | College | — | Visit → |
| Wisconsin International University College | College | — | — |
Schools in Kumasi
194+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ahinsan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Atonsu Agogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramseyer Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Adiebeba School | — | — | — | — |
| P and G High School | — | — | — | — |
| Aburaso Methodist Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| State Boys Primary and JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Biotechnology and Microbiology Labs, Department of Crop and Soil Sciences | — | — | — | — |
| RSWECK | — | — | — | — |
| Oforikrom MA A Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Oforikrom MA B Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Potter's House Christian Academy | — | — | — | — |
| The Hilltop Platinum Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Ave Maria Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
| Se Manhyia Royal International School | — | — | — | — |
| Royal Shekinah Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Ayeduase Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| St Vincent De Paul Day Care | — | — | — | — |
| The Cradle Créche & Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmadiyya Basic “A” | — | — | — | — |
| A.M.E. Zion School | — | — | — | — |
| KNUST Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kotei RC Basic Schools | — | — | — | — |
| New Bantama M/A KO and Primary Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Prempeh College Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| AMABS | — | — | — | — |
| Royal City Academy | — | — | — | — |
| The Ridge School | — | — | — | — |
| Old Tafo Methodist Prim A,B, & JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Général Fashion Academy | — | — | — | — |
| John William Montesorri School | — | — | — | — |
| Akosah School | — | — | — | — |
| Angel Educational Complex Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kwasi Oppong Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Scales Adventist Preparatory JHS | — | — | — | — |
| St. Micheal Prep | — | — | — | — |
| St. Francis Prep | — | — | — | — |
| Christian Prep. School | — | — | — | — |
| Supreme Saviour International School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Montessori School | — | — | — | — |
| Martyrs Of Uganda Roman Catholic | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Trinity Lutheran School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Montessori Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Little Angels School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Family Education Complex | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael School Complex, BOMSO-SISAKYI | — | — | — | — |
| Malincol Educational Center | — | — | — | — |
| A Primary Shool along Ahinsa/Bomso Road | — | — | — | — |
| KNUST Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| KNUST Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Unisco model | — | — | — | — |
| Fatima Farida Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Navaster Montessori Academy | — | — | — | — |
| American Dream Education Complex | — | — | — | — |
| African Child | — | — | — | — |
| St Agnes Brainy School | — | — | — | — |
| Bomso M/A Primary and JHS | — | — | — | — |
| St. Leo International school | — | — | — | — |
| Christ foundation | — | — | — | — |
| Prisma International School | — | — | — | — |
| Marie Van School | — | — | — | — |
| En-Dor-International School | — | — | — | — |
| OAK HILLS SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Apraman Metropolitan Assembly | — | — | — | — |
| Vicande School | — | — | — | — |
| Rakho School Complex | — | — | — | — |
| C & A School | — | — | — | — |
| Excel Community School | — | — | — | — |
| Serwaa Nyarko Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Anomangye M/A Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Sarpong International JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Prempeh College | — | — | — | — |
| Progressive Shalom International School | — | — | — | — |
| Rhema Salvation Preparatory and Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Infant Jesus Lumen Christi School | — | — | — | — |
| Ellen G. White Prep/JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Anglican Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Abrepo JHS School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Calvary Temple A/G School | — | — | — | — |
| Adadiem M/A JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Adadiem M/A Kindergarten | — | — | — | — |
| Salvation Army School | — | — | — | — |
| Yaa Asantewaa Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Armed Forces Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Lovers Preparatory/Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Modern INT School | — | — | — | — |
| Modern INT School | — | — | — | — |
| Modern INT School | — | — | — | — |
| Asanteman Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Islamic Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| King Faisal Islamic Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi National Vocational Training Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Godblessed Living Waters Experimental School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kovac Hill Educational Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Nel INT School | — | — | — | — |
| Progressive Shalom International School - New Site | — | — | — | — |
| Ahinsan Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Atonsu Agogo Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ramseyer Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Adiebeba School | — | — | — | — |
| P and G High School | — | — | — | — |
| Aburaso Methodist Primary school | — | — | — | — |
| RSWECK | — | — | — | — |
| Oforikrom MA A Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Oforikrom MA B Schools | — | — | — | — |
| The Hilltop Platinum Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Abraham Lincoln International School | — | — | — | — |
| Se Manhyia Royal International School | — | — | — | — |
| Royal Shekinah Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St Vincent De Paul Day Care | — | — | — | — |
| The Cradle Créche & Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahmadiyya Basic “A” | — | — | — | — |
| A.M.E. Zion School | — | — | — | — |
| New Bantama M/A KO and Primary Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Prempeh College Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| The Ridge School | — | — | — | — |
| Général Fashion Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Jesus International School | — | — | — | — |
| John William Montesorri School | — | — | — | — |
| Akosah School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Micheal Prep | — | — | — | — |
| St. Francis Prep | — | — | — | — |
| Christian Prep. School | — | — | — | — |
| Supreme Saviour International School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Montessori School | — | — | — | — |
| Martyrs Of Uganda Roman Catholic | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Trinity Lutheran School | — | — | — | — |
| Maria Montessori Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Little Angels School | — | — | — | — |
| Holy Family Education Complex | — | — | — | — |
| St. Michael School Complex, BOMSO-SISAKYI | — | — | — | — |
| Malincol Educational Center | — | — | — | — |
| A Primary Shool along Ahinsa/Bomso Road | — | — | — | — |
| American Dream Education Complex | — | — | — | — |
| St Agnes Brainy School | — | — | — | — |
| Bomso M/A Primary and JHS | — | — | — | — |
| St. Leo International school | — | — | — | — |
| Prisma International School | — | — | — | — |
| Tweneboah Koduah International School | — | — | — | — |
| Lifegate International Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Oakom Robotics School | — | — | — | — |
| Living Stream International School | — | — | — | — |
| Akoma Memorial School | — | — | — | — |
| Prince Matis International School | — | — | — | — |
| Marie Van School | — | — | — | — |
| En-Dor-International School | — | — | — | — |
| OAK HILLS SCHOOL | — | — | — | — |
| Apraman Metropolitan Assembly | — | — | — | — |
| Vicande School | — | — | — | — |
| C & A School | — | — | — | — |
| Yabi Methodist Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Yabi D/A primary school | — | — | — | — |
| Yabi D/A JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Prempeh College | — | — | — | — |
| Ellen G. White Prep/JHS | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Anglican Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| Yaa Asantewaa Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Armed Forces Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Glory Petals Montessori | — | — | — | — |
| Martyrs of Uganga J.H.S School | — | — | — | — |
| Martyrs of Uganga Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Owass Basic School | — | — | — | — |
| Opoku Ware School | — | — | — | — |
| Kumasi High School | — | — | — | — |
| Adventist Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Agric Nzema Senior High Scool | — | — | — | — |
| Cambridge International School | — | — | — | — |
| Methodist Technical Institute | — | — | — | — |
| St. Hubert Seminary/Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| T. I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School, Kumasi | — | — | — | — |
| Tawheed Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Apostle Safo Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Great Dafco Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| SEA Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bronx International School | — | — | — | — |
| Prince of Peace Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| St. Micheal Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
| Global Evangelical school | — | — | — | — |
| Global Evangelical school | — | — | — | — |
| Gods Way School | — | — | — | — |
| New Mission Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Supreme Saviour International School | — | — | — | — |
| Rapha Internation School | — | — | — | — |
| DCLM Bible School Kumasi Chapter | — | — | — | — |
| S.D.A School | — | — | — | — |
| Abuakwa L/A | — | — | — | — |
| God's Heritage International School | — | — | — | — |
| Bebu Government School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kumasi
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| citi fm | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yediem Radio | gospel, highlife | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Meyah Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kumasi
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ghana Armed Forces Museum | ||||
| Ghana Armed Forces Museum | ||||
| Manhyia Palace Museum | ||||
| Manhyia Palace Museum | ||||
| Okomfo Anokye Sword Site | ||||
| Okomfo Anokye Sword Site | ||||
| Opoku Ware II Museum | ||||
| Prempeh II Jubilee Museum | ||||
| Prempeh II Jubilee Museum |
Libraries in Kumasi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aboabo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aboabo Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashanti Library | 0.0 | |||||
| College of Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| College of Engineering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Effiduase District District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FoSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| FoSS Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gambrah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kwame Addo Kuffour Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Kwame Addo Kuffour Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Prempeh II Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rev. A. D. Lewis Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kumasi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abrepo Market | |||||
| Abuakwa Main Market | |||||
| Aburaso Market Square | |||||
| Agogo Market | |||||
| Agogo Market | |||||
| Ahodwo Market | |||||
| Ahodwo Market | |||||
| Anloga Market | |||||
| Anomangyefie Market | |||||
| Aprade Market | |||||
| Asafo Market | |||||
| Asokore Mampong market | |||||
| Asokore Market(Main Wing) | |||||
| Asokore Market(Wing A) | |||||
| Asokore Market(Wing B) | |||||
| Atonsu Market | |||||
| Atonsu Market | |||||
| Atonsu New Market | |||||
| Atonsu New Market | |||||
| Ayeduase Market | |||||
| Ayigya Market | |||||
| Bantama Market | |||||
| Bekwai Main Market | |||||
| Boadi Market | |||||
| Boadi Market | |||||
| Bohyen Market | |||||
| Bokro Market | |||||
| Bokro Market | |||||
| Effiduasi Market | |||||
| Kejetia | |||||
| Kejetia Market | |||||
| Kejetia Market | |||||
| Kropo Market | |||||
| Kwapra Market | |||||
| Maakro Market | |||||
| Maakro Market | |||||
| Moro Market | |||||
| Moro Market | |||||
| Onion Market | |||||
| Onion Market | |||||
| Race Course | |||||
| Santasi Market | |||||
| Sepe market | |||||
| Sepe market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Street Market | |||||
| Suame Market | |||||
| Suame Market | |||||
| Suame Market (Post Office) | |||||
| Tafo 4 Miles Market | |||||
| Tanoso market Entrance | |||||
| Tanoso market Entrance |
Hotels in Kumasi
49 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kumasi
47 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Kumasi
9 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Kumasi
3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kumasi
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Kumasi
17 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Kumasi
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kumasi
28 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kumasi
111 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kumasi
109 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Kumasi
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Kumasi
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kumasi
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Kumasi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Baba Yara Sports Stadium | ||
| Paa Joe Stadium |
Airports Near Kumasi
2 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Prempeh I International Airport | KMS | Large Airport |
| Sunyani Airport | NYI | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Kumasi
24 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ahensan Post Office | |
| Ahensan Post Office | |
| Ashtown Post Office | |
| Ashtown Post Office | |
| Asuoyeboa Post Office | |
| Asuoyeboa Post Office | |
| Bantama Post Office | |
| Fanti New Town Post Office | |
| Fanti New Town Post Office | |
| Kejetia Post Office | |
| Kejetia Post Office | |
| KNUST Post office | |
| KNUST Post office | |
| Kumasi General Post Office | |
| Kumasi General Post Office | |
| Kwadaso Post Office | |
| Kwadaso Post Office | |
| New Tafo (Ashanti) Post Office | |
| Prempeh College Post Office | |
| Santasi Post Office | |
| Santasi Post Office | |
| Sports Stadium (Kumasi) Post Office | |
| Sports Stadium (Kumasi) Post Office | |
| Suame Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Kumasi
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Amerilife Spine Clinic | ||
| Anomangye Specialist Hospital | ||
| Bomso Clinic | ||
| Cocoa Clinic | ||
| Dr. Mensah | ||
| KMA Clinic | ||
| Mac Hill Special Clinic | ||
| Magazine Clinic | ||
| Royal Medical Agency Clinic | ||
| St. Edward's Clinic | ||
| Victory Martenity/Clinic |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kumasi
2 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Atia Kusia Kwame Shrine | ||
| Besease Traditional Shrine |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kumasi
192 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aburaso Methodist Church | |
| Aburaso Methodist New Church Building | |
| Ahinsan Estate SDA Church | |
| Ahinsan Estate SDA Church | |
| Ahmadiyya Mosque | |
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Anglican Chapel | |
| Anglican Chapel | |
| Anglican Church | |
| Anglican Church F-line | |
| Asafo Church of Christ | |
| Asafo Church of Christ | |
| Assemblies of God | |
| Assemblies of God - Revival Temple Assembly | |
| Assemblies of God - Tanoso | |
| Assemblies of God - Tanoso | |
| Atonsu presby church | |
| Atonsu presby church | |
| Atonsu-Agogo Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Kumasi
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Kumasi
10 places within 15 km
- • Asafo Ahenfie
- • Asokore Mampong Chief Palace
- • Asokwa Stool House
- • Ayigya Palace
- • Kwapra Chiefs Palace
- + 4 more
- • FABI
🇬🇭 About Ghana
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Kumasi
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Kumasi
What is the population of Kumasi?
Kumasi has a population of 2,544,530 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 25,946 people per square mile, spread across 98.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kumasi?
Kumasi 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 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches.
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