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Obuase, Ghana

Ashanti · Ghana

Obuase is a large city in Ashanti, Ghana with a population of 179,604. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 79°F (26°C).

Data updated June 2026

179,604 Population 567/sq mi density
705 ft Elevation 215 meters
79°F Avg Temperature 26°C
53.5 in Annual Rain
Africa / Accra Timezone

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About Obuase

Obuase

Obuasi is a gold mining town and is the capital of the Obuasi Municipal District in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. It lies in the southern part of the district and is located about 63 km (39 mi) from Kumasi. As of 2012, the town has a population of 175,043 people. The current mayor of the town is Hon. Elijah Adansi-Bonah.

People

Population179,604
Density567/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp79°F (26°C)
Rain53.5 in/yr
Sunny Days239/yr
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Population179,604
Population Density567 / sq mi
Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Coordinates6.2023°, -1.6680°
TimezoneAfrica/Accra
Country🇬🇭 Ghana
State / ProvinceAshanti
Average Temperature79°F (26°C)
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation53.5 inches (1,359 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Obuase

Obuase is a large city in Ghana (Ashanti) with a population of 179,604. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 79°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.

Climate in Obuase

Obuase has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.2°C), the coldest is Aug (24.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 2071 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 25.8°C / 78°F 16.6° / 32.8° 34.8
Feb 27.2°C / 81°F 19.9° / 35° 55.5
Mar 26.8°C / 80°F 21.8° / 34.3° 198.8
Apr 26.5°C / 80°F 22.3° / 33° 164.8
May 26.2°C / 79°F 21.9° / 31.6° 229.5
Jun 25.3°C / 78°F 21.1° / 30.5° 302.5
Jul 24.6°C / 76°F 19.6° / 29.8° 170.7
Aug 24.4°C / 76°F 19.2° / 30° 95.7
Sep 25.1°C / 77°F 20.6° / 30.8° 234.4
Oct 25.5°C / 78°F 21.6° / 30.5° 396.4
Nov 25.9°C / 79°F 21.2° / 30.9° 159.9
Dec 25.6°C / 78°F 17.4° / 31.2° 28.4
Obuase has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winters average 79°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 239 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet.

Temperature

79°F Jan (26°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average78.7°F
46% above Ghana avg
January Average79°F (26°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days239 days/yr

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area316.6 sq mi (820.0 km²)
Population Density567/sq mi
Coordinates6.2023°N, 1.6680°W
TimezoneAfrica/Accra

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.5"
41% above Ghana avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 8.19"
Driest Month (Jan) 0.43"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 79°F (26°C) 0.4 in Driest
February 81°F (27°C) 2.3 in
March 81°F (27°C) 4.8 in Warmest
April 81°F (27°C) 6.0 in
May 80°F (27°C) 7.1 in
June 78°F (26°C) 8.2 in Wettest
July 76°F (25°C) 4.8 in
August 75°F (24°C) 3.1 in Coldest
September 77°F (25°C) 6.2 in
October 78°F (26°C) 6.3 in
November 79°F (26°C) 3.0 in
December 79°F (26°C) 1.3 in

Obuase has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 53.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.4").

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Colleges & Universities in Obuase

Institution Type Founded Website
Akrokerri College of Education College - ,

Schools in Obuase

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Akrofuom Senior High/Technical School - - - -
St. Philip's Catholic School - - - -
Sam Boachie Senior High School - - - -
Christ The King Preparatory School - - - -
Jimiso Methodist Primary School - - - -
Jimiso Methodist Junior High School - - - -
Tweapease Senior High School - - - -
Just Love Senior High School - - - -
Artic Senior High School - - - -
Obuasi Senior High/Technical School - - - -
Christ The King Catholic Senior High School - - - -
Asare Bediako Senior High School - - - -
Awurade Base Primary School - - - -
St. Paul's Anglican Basic Schools - - - -
Salvation Army Basic Schools - - - -
Nyamebekyere DA Primary School - - - -
St Margaret Educational Complex - - - -
Maame Fimbah - - - -
OBUASI SPORTS COMPLEX(OSC) Audit. - - - -
nursing block - - - -
St. Augustines' School - - - -
Presby Primary School - - - -
Kwabena Fori School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Obuase

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
citi fm - MP3 128 kbps
Yediem Radio gospel, highlife MP3 128 kbps
Meyah Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Farmers Markets in Obuase

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Horsey Park Market
Kunka New Town Market

Hotels in Obuase

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anyinam Lodge
Cofkans Hotel
Golden Icon Hotel
Mawuli Hotel and Restaurant
Pemisah Hotel

Restaurants in Obuase

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anglo Gold Ashant ClubHouse, Obuasi
Anyinam Lodge
CANTEEN
Cofkans Restaurant
Cofkans Restaurant
Piazza Italia

Train Stations in Obuase

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Akrokerri
Obuasi

Bus Stations in Obuase

4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GH #2157353794
GH #888417948
Metro Mass Transit
Tutuka Taxi Rank

Gas Stations in Obuase

34 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cigo Energy
Compass
Engen
Engen
EV Mart
GH #10246602476
GH #10246602481
GH #10246602482
GH #13148134494
GH #13148200508
GH #13148200513
GH #13148200518
GH #4915711159
GH #4915711161
GH #5646682792
GH #6593423485
GH #684312187
GH #9501827090
Goil
JD Gyms
Mobik
Pacific
Pacific
Petrosol
Puma
Razs oil
Reliance
Sephem Oil
Shell
Shell
Tel Energy
Total
Total
Union Oil

Banks in Obuase

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Absa
ADB
GCB Bank
National Investment Bank
Standard Chartered

Shopping Malls in Obuase

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lizmart Shopping Centre

Golf Courses in Obuase

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Obuasi Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Obuase

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Obuase

1 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Prempeh I International AirportKMSLarge Airport

Post Offices in Obuase

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Obuasi Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Obuase

28 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Apostles Continuation Church
Apostles Continuation Church
Assemblies of God Church
Bible Believers International Church
Bogobiri SDA Church
Christ Way Cathedral Ghana
Christ Way Cathedral Ghana
Church of Christ
Church OF Pentecost
Dochiwa SDA Church
International Central Gospel Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Lisabeth SDA Church, Kunka Junction
Methodist Church
Obuasi Central Mosque
Obuasi Presbyterian Church
Presbytarian Church - Kunka Junction
Redemption Baptist Church
SDA Church
St. Johns Baptist Church
St. Paul's Anglican Church
St. Philip's Catholic Church
St. Thomas Catholic Church
The Church of Pentecost
The Church of Pentecost
The Church of Pentecost
The Church of Pentecost
Wesly Cathedral

Quick Facts

Timezone
Africa/Accra
Elevation
101 m (331 ft)
Website
oma.gov.gh/
Twinned With
Riverside

Around Obuase

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 15
Hospitals 2
Pharmacies 1
Restaurants 2
Supermarkets 1
Banks 5
Hotels 3
Police Stations 1
Places of Worship 13

🇬🇭 About Ghana

Capital Accra
Population 29,767,108
Area 239,460 km²
GDP (USD) $80,547,146,878
GDP per capita $2,384
HDI 0.602
Life expectancy 65.5 years
Internet users 69.9%
Urban population 57.8%
Currency GHS (Cedi)
Languages English
Calling code +233
TLD .gh
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Ghana

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 7 Constitution Day Constitution Day
Mar 6 Independence Day Independence Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 1 May Day May Day
Jul 1 Republic Day Republic Day
Sep 21 Founders Day Founders Day
Dec 4 Farmers' Day Farmers' Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 26 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Obuase

What is the population of Obuase?

Obuase has a population of 179,604 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 567 people per square mile, spread across 316.6 square miles.

What is the weather like in Obuase?

Obuase has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 79°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 239 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.5 inches.

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