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Mankesim, Ghana
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Mankesim is a mid-size city in Central, Ghana with a population of 41,541. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
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About Mankesim
Mankessim is a town in the Central Region of Ghana, West Africa. It is approximately 75 km west of Accra, on the main road to Sekondi-Takoradi. It is the traditional headquarters of the Fante ethnic group of Ghana. Mankessim's history is linked to three famed warriors: Obrumankoma, Odapagyan and Oson, who helped the Fante people migrate from Techiman in the current Bono Region to Adoagyir in the Central Region. The town is located at an elevation of 75 meters above sea level and its population according to the 2010 Census was 38,313.
People
Climate
| Population | 41,541 |
| Population Density | 203 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.2717°, -1.0152° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.3 inches (1,226 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mankesim
Mankesim is a mid-size city in Ghana (Central) with a population of 41,541. 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 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Mankesim
Mankesim has an average annual temperature of 25.9°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.3°C), the coldest is Aug (24.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1894 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.1°F |
| 48% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 204.2 sq mi (528.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 203/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.2717°N, 1.0152°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.6 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 82°F (28°C) | 8.1 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 9.8 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 5.6 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in |
Mankesim has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 76°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 48.3 inches, with June being the wettest month (9.8") and January the driest (0.8").
Colleges & Universities in Mankesim
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| UEW, College of Languages - Ajumako Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| UEW, College of Languages - Ajumako Campus | University | — | Visit → |
Schools in Mankesim
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enyan Maim Community Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Global Doors International School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Adelaide School | — | — | — | — |
| Hameed Islamic School | — | — | — | — |
| Mankessim Senior High/Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| Global Doors international School | — | — | — | — |
| M.A. Basic school | — | — | — | — |
| D.A Basic school | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mankesim
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Mankesim
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West African Historical Museum |
Libraries in Mankesim
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ghana National College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kofi Annan Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Kofi Annan Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| Mfantsipim Library Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| SRI | 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 Mankesim
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edumadze | |||||
| Market Square |
Hotels in Mankesim
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mankesim
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mankesim
4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Mankesim
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mankesim
23 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Mankesim
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mankesim
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mankesim
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Post Offices in Mankesim
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Mankessim Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Mankesim
6 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Atta Mills Clinic | ||
| Ewim Health Clinic | ||
| Moore Health Centre | ||
| Moree Health Centre | ||
| Sanford clinic | ||
| School Infirmary |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mankesim
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ekumfi Edukuma |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Mankesim?
Mankesim has a population of 41,541 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 203 people per square mile, spread across 204.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mankesim?
Mankesim has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.3 inches.