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Prestea, Ghana
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Prestea is a mid-size city in Western, Ghana with a population of 35,611. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Prestea
Prestea is a town in the Western Region, in southwest Ghana and about 50Â km north of the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. It lies on the west bank of the Ankobra River, about 60Â mi (100Â km) northwest of Cape coast. The town is part of the Prestea-Huni Valley District. Prestea is the forty-sixth most populous in Ghana, in terms of population, with a population of 35,760 people. A railway line connects Prestea to Tarkwa and beyond to the coastal city of Sekondi-Takoradi.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,611 |
| Population Density | 45 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.4339°, -2.1430° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇠Ghana |
| State / Province | Western |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 68.8 inches (1,747 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Prestea
Prestea is a mid-size city in Ghana (Western) with a population of 35,611. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.8 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Prestea
Prestea has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.2°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 2130 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.6°F |
| 47% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 211 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 785.1 sq mi (2,033.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 45/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.4339°N, 2.1430°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 5.9 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 6.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 9.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 11.3 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 5.5 in | |
| August | 76°F (25°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 8.9 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 80°F (27°C) | 2.9 in |
Prestea has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 68.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (11.3") and January the driest (1.6").
Schools in Prestea
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Catholic JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Experimental JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Methodist Basic Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Seventh Day Adventist School | - | - | - | - |
| Prestea Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Prestea Goldfields International School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Prestea
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChinaGhana Fm | music | MP3 |
Libraries in Prestea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aboso Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UMaT Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Prestea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aboso Market | |||||
| Everyday Market | |||||
| Huni-Valley Market | |||||
| Prestea Central Market | |||||
| Tamso Market | |||||
| Tarkwa Main Market( market circle) |
Hotels in Prestea
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Prestea
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Prestea
5 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Prestea
6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Prestea
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Prestea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Prestea
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Takoradi Airport | TKD | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Prestea
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Prestea Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Prestea
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ebenezer Methodist Church | |
| Francis Xavier Catholic Church | |
| Methodist Church (Sunday School) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Prestea?
Prestea has a population of 35,611 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 785.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Prestea?
Prestea has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.8 inches.