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Nkawkaw, Ghana
Eastern · Ghana
Nkawkaw is a mid-size city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 47,968. Elevation: 833 ft (254 m). Average temperature: 76°F (25°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Nkawkaw
Nkawkaw is a town in southern Ghana and is the capital of Kwahu West Municipal, an area in the Eastern Region of south Ghana. Nkawkaw has a 2013 settlement population of 61,785 people. Nkawkaw is also described as a city in a valley as it the gateway to ascend the Kwahu mountains. Hon. Joseph Frempong is the current member of parliament for the Kwahu West who was elected in the 2020 elections.
People
Climate
| Population | 47,968 |
| Population Density | 170 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.5458°, -0.7626° |
| 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 Nkawkaw
Nkawkaw is a mid-size city in Ghana (Eastern) with a population of 47,968. The city sits at an elevation of 833 feet (254 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.
Climate in Nkawkaw
Nkawkaw has an average annual temperature of 26.1°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (28°C), the coldest is Jul (24.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1524 mm.
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 | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Area | 282.6 sq mi (732.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.5458°N, 0.7626°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 | - | - | 118 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 |
Nkawkaw 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").
Colleges & Universities in Nkawkaw
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abetifi Presbyterian College of Education | College | - | , |
Schools in Nkawkaw
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S.D.A. Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Ebenerzer Preparatory School - Nkawkaw | - | - | - | - |
| Kwahuman International School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkawkaw Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Nkawkaw
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Nkawkaw
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apradang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Obo's Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Nkawkaw
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asuoso Market | |||||
| Kwabeng Market | |||||
| Nkawkaw Agbogbloshi Market | |||||
| Nkawkaw Central Market |
Hotels in Nkawkaw
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Nkawkaw
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Nkawkaw
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Nkawkaw
22 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Nkawkaw
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Nkawkaw
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Post Offices in Nkawkaw
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Nkawkaw Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Nkawkaw
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Liberty Church of Ghana | |
| Methodist Church of Ghana | |
| New Apostolic Church Nkawkaw | |
| Presbytarian Church - Bethel congregation | |
| Roman Catholic Church & Schools | |
| S.D.A. Church | |
| The Church Of Pentecost | |
| The Church Of Penticost (Domeabra) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Nkawkaw?
Nkawkaw has a population of 47,968 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 282.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Nkawkaw?
Nkawkaw 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.