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Nalerigu, Ghana
North East · Ghana
Nalerigu is a small city in North East, Ghana with a population of 17,440. Elevation: 1,158 ft (353 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).
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About Nalerigu
Nalerigu is the largest town in the East Mamprusi Municipal. It is home to the overlord of the kingdom of Mampurugu (NaYiri). With the addition of 6 new regions in 2018, Nalerigu was declared the capital of the North East Region of Ghana.
People
Climate
| Population | 17,440 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.5273°, -0.3698° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | North East |
| Average Temperature | 81°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.0 inches (1,016 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Nalerigu
Nalerigu is a small city in Ghana (North East) with a population of 17,440. The city sits at an elevation of 1,158 feet (353 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Nalerigu
Nalerigu has an average annual temperature of 27°C (81°F). The hottest month is Apr (31.4°C), the coldest is Dec (23.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1371 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.0°F |
| 50% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,158 ft (353 m) |
| Area | 779.6 sq mi (2,019.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.5273°N, 0.3698°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 84°F (29°C) | 0.1 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| April | 87°F (30°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 7.1 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 9.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 8.1 in | |
| October | 80°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 0.1 in |
Nalerigu has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 40.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (9.3") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Nalerigu
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambaga College of Education | College | — | — |
| Nalerigu Nuring And Midwifery College | College | — | — |
Schools in Nalerigu
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naasheriga Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nalerigu D/A Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Blessed Child Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
| Famous Naa Bongu Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gambaga Girls Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Nalerigu Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Nalerigu
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Nalerigu
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nalerigu Market |
Castles in Nalerigu
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nalerigu
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nalerigu
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Nalerigu
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Djangou Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Navrongo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zabré Airport | XZA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Nalerigu
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gambaga Post Office | |
| Nalerigu Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nalerigu
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Blessed Church | |
| Nalerigu Central Mosque | |
| Presbyterian Church of Ghana |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nalerigu?
Nalerigu has a population of 17,440 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 779.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nalerigu?
Nalerigu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.