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Mpraeso, Ghana
Eastern · Ghana
Mpraeso is a small city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 9,007. Elevation: 1,565 ft (477 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mpraeso
Mpraeso is a town and the capital of Kwahu South district, a district in the Eastern Region of south Ghana, located at an altitude of 367Â m on the Kwahu Plateau, which forms the south-west boundary of Lake Volta. Mpraeso has a 2013 settlement population of 11,190 people.
People
Climate
| Population | 9,007 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,565 ft (477 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5932°, -0.7346° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇠Ghana |
| State / Province | Eastern |
| Average Temperature | 76°F (25°C) |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 57.4 inches (1,457 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mpraeso
Mpraeso is a small city in Ghana (Eastern) with a population of 9,007. The city sits at an elevation of 1,565 feet (477 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 76°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 76.2°F |
| 41% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 232 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,565 ft (477 m) |
| Area | 416.1 sq mi (1,077.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5932°N, 0.7346°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1906 | GOLD COAST | Earthquake | - | - | 115 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 77°F (25°C) | 0.8 in | Driest |
| February | 78°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 79°F (26°C) | 5.0 in | Warmest |
| April | 78°F (26°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 6.5 in | |
| June | 75°F (24°C) | 8.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 7.5 in | |
| November | 77°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 76°F (25°C) | 1.6 in |
Mpraeso has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 73°F in August to 79°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (0.8").
Schools in Mpraeso
27 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twenedurase Presbysterian School | - | - | - | - |
| Bokuruwa D/A Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul's Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Joseph's Technical Institute | - | - | - | - |
| St. Dominic's Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkwatia Presbyterian Senior High/Commercial School | - | - | - | - |
| Mpraeso Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwahu Tafo Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kwahu Ridge Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Bepong Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Abetifi Technical Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Abetifi Presbyterian Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Peter's Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ansong SHS | - | - | - | - |
| St. Paul's Anglican Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| ABETIFI ROMAN CATHOLIC BASIC SCHOOL | - | - | - | - |
| Abetifi Roman Catholic Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Podass Royal School | - | - | - | - |
| Atibie Nursing Training School | - | - | - | - |
| Roman Catholic J.H.S. | - | - | - | - |
| Presby Schools | - | - | - | - |
| LA/A J.H.S. | - | - | - | - |
| LA/B J.H.S. | - | - | - | - |
| Asakraka Intergrated Community For Employable Skills | - | - | - | - |
| First Step Preparatory Shhool | - | - | - | - |
| Roman Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The New Church Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mpraeso
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Mpraeso
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apradang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Obo's Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mpraeso
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asuoso Market | |||||
| Nkawkaw Agbogbloshi Market | |||||
| Nkawkaw Central Market |
Hotels in Mpraeso
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mpraeso
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Mpraeso
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Mpraeso
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Mpraeso
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mpraeso
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Mpraeso
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Post Offices in Mpraeso
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Abetifi Post Office | |
| Mpraeso Post Office | |
| Nkwatia Post Office | |
| Obo Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mpraeso
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Anglican Church | |
| Church of Chirst | |
| Church of Pentecost - Bokuruwa Assembly | |
| Church Pentecost | |
| Presbyterian Church of Ghana | |
| Presbyterian Ramseyer Congregation | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| S. D. A. Church | |
| St. Peter's Chapel | |
| The Presbyterian Church (Asakraka) |
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Public Holidays in Ghana
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What is the population of Mpraeso?
Mpraeso has a population of 9,007 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 416.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mpraeso?
Mpraeso has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 76°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.