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New Yekepa, Liberia
Nimba · Liberia
New Yekepa is a small city in Nimba, Liberia with a population of 24,695. Elevation: 1,673 ft (510 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
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About New Yekepa
Yekepa is a town in the Yahmein or Yarmein District of northern Nimba County in Liberia, lying near the Guinean border. It was the base for Lamco's iron ore mining operation until it was destroyed in the First Liberian Civil War which lasted from 1989 to 1997. Nearby Guesthouse Hill is one of the highest points in the nation. The community is home to the African Bible College University.
Despite some controversy, international steel company Arcelor Mittal was given approval to begin restoring the once prosperous mining town in May 2007. The reconstruction was to include a hospital, schools and other facilities for the township. However, due to fluctuations in world iron prices, much of the redevelopment never happened, and less than a decade later, much of the site had been abandoned once again.
People
Climate
| Population | 24,695 |
| Population Density | 102 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,673 ft (510 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5794°, -8.5378° |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
| Country | 🇱🇷 Liberia |
| State / Province | Nimba |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 79.3 inches (2,013 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About New Yekepa
New Yekepa is a small city in Liberia (Nimba) with a population of 24,695. The city sits at an elevation of 1,673 feet (510 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 75°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 79.3 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.
Climate in New Yekepa
New Yekepa has an average annual temperature of 24.4°C (76°F). The hottest month is Mar (26.1°C), the coldest is Aug (23°C). Average annual precipitation is 2721 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 74.7°F |
| 38% above Liberia avg | |
| January Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 195 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,673 ft (510 m) |
| Area | 242.3 sq mi (627.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 102/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5794°N, 8.5378°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 75°F (24°C) | 0.6 in | Driest |
| February | 76°F (24°C) | 1.9 in | |
| March | 75°F (24°C) | 4.4 in | |
| April | 76°F (25°C) | 5.8 in | Warmest |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 74°F (23°C) | 10.0 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 11.3 in | |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 12.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 14.1 in | Wettest |
| October | 76°F (24°C) | 8.0 in | |
| November | 75°F (24°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 74°F (23°C) | 1.0 in |
New Yekepa has a seasonal temperature swing of 4°F / from 72°F in August to 76°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 79.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (14.1") and January the driest (0.6").
Colleges & Universities in New Yekepa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABC university | University | — | — |
Schools in New Yekepa
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcelor Mital High school | — | — | — | — |
| St. Joseph Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Lutheran Elementary & Jr High School | — | — | — | — |
| ABC University | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Carroll High school | — | — | — | — |
| Basics Skills Vocational Training Center | — | — | — | — |
| Reverand Peter Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
Farmers Markets in New Yekepa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big market | |||||
| Table du marché |
Hotels in New Yekepa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in New Yekepa
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in New Yekepa
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in New Yekepa
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in New Yekepa
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near New Yekepa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Nimba Airport | NIA | Small Airport |
| Nzérékoré Airport | NZE | Small Airport |
| United Methodist Mission Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in New Yekepa
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centre Médical L'espérance |
Churches & Religious Organizations in New Yekepa
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St. Martin's Episcopal Church |
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What is the population of New Yekepa?
New Yekepa has a population of 24,695 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 102 people per square mile, spread across 242.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in New Yekepa?
New Yekepa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 75°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 195 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 79.3 inches.