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Larabanga, Ghana
Savannah · Ghana
Larabanga is a small town in Savannah, Ghana with a population of 4,500. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
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About Larabanga
Larabanga is a town in West Gonja district, a district in the Savannah Region of Ghana. It is known for its whitewashed adobe Sahelian mosque and it is called Larabanga Mosque, said to date from 1421, and which, having been built at the height of the trans-Saharan trade, is reputed to be Ghana's oldest mosque and houses a copy of the Qur'an almost as old. The Larabanga Mosque is also referred to as 'Mecca of West Africa'
People
Climate
| Population | 4,500 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Coordinates | 9.2189°, -1.8596° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Savannah |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.4 inches (1,026 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Larabanga
Larabanga is a small town in Ghana (Savannah) with a population of 4,500. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.7°F |
| 51% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 646 ft (197 m) |
| Area | 2,389.4 sq mi (6,188.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 9.2189°N, 1.8596°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 82°F (28°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 86°F (30°C) | 0.4 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 83°F (29°C) | 4.9 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 6.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 79°F (26°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 0.4 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 0.2 in |
Larabanga has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.4 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.5") and January the driest (0.0").
Schools in Larabanga
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School Block 'B' | — | — | — | — |
| Larabanga Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mognori Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Teacher's Quarters School 'B' | — | — | — | — |
| Babaninye Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School 'A' | — | — | — | — |
| Arabic School | — | — | — | — |
| Samole School | — | — | — | — |
Libraries in Larabanga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Learning Center | 0.0 | |||||
| Peggy Donkor Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Larabanga
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Damongo Weekly Market | |||||
| Marketplace |
Hotels in Larabanga
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Larabanga
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Larabanga
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Larabanga
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Churches & Religious Organizations in Larabanga
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Larabanga Mosque |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Larabanga?
Larabanga has a population of 4,500 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,389.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Larabanga?
Larabanga has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches.