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Sekondi, Ghana
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Sekondi is a large city in Western, Ghana with a population of 285,506. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 80°F (26°C).
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About Sekondi
Sekondi-Takoradi is a city in Ghana comprising the twin cities of Sekondi and Takoradi. It is the capital of Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan District and the Western Region of Ghana. Sekondi-Takoradi is the region's largest city as well as an industrial and commercial center, with a population of 245,382 people, according to the 2021 census. Since 2025 the mayor of the city and the metropolitan area has been Frederick F. Faidoo, a lawyer. Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah is the current member of parliament for Takoradi and Armah Blay Nyameke for Sekondi.
People
Climate
| Population | 285,506 |
| Population Density | 900 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 4.9342°, -1.7145° |
| 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 | 61.1 inches (1,552 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Sekondi
Sekondi is a large city in Ghana (Western) with a population of 285,506. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 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 61.1 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Sekondi
Sekondi has an average annual temperature of 27.1°C (81°F). The hottest month is Mar (28.4°C), the coldest is Aug (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1115 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 79.5°F |
| 47% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 227 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 317.3 sq mi (821.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 900/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 4.9342°N, 1.7145°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 1.4 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 10.0 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 13.5 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 76°F (24°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 79°F (26°C) | 7.3 in | |
| November | 80°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 2.4 in |
Sekondi has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 76°F in August to 82°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with June being the wettest month (13.5") and January the driest (1.4").
Colleges & Universities in Sekondi
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Komenda College of Education | College | — | — |
Schools in Sekondi
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Regional Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Aggrey Memorial JHS | — | — | — | — |
| St. John's School | — | — | — | — |
| Ahantaman Girls' Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Adiembra Senior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Methodist Senior High School-Sekondi | — | — | — | — |
| Ketan Cluster of Schools | — | — | — | — |
| Sekondi School for the Deaf | — | — | — | — |
| VRA International School, Aboadze | — | — | — | — |
| Aboadze Abuesi DA Primary School C | — | — | — | — |
| Islamic Primary Basic School A&B | — | — | — | — |
| Abuesi D/A Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sekondi College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Sekondi
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ChinaGhana Fm | music | MP3 | |
| Parousia Radio | christian, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Sekondi
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shama Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Sekondi
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amanful Clothing Line | |||||
| Amanful Clothing Line | |||||
| Amanful Clothing Line | |||||
| Daboase New Market Centre | |||||
| Takoradi Market Circle |
Hotels in Sekondi
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Sekondi
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Sekondi
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Sekondi
14 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Sekondi
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Sekondi
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Takoradi Airport | TKD | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Sekondi
11 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Axim Road Post Office | |
| Effia Nkwanta Post Office | |
| Effiakuma Post Office | |
| Ketan Container Post Office | |
| Ketan Container Post Office | |
| Kojokrom Container Post Office | |
| Kojokrom Container Post Office | |
| Market Circle Post Office | |
| Sekondi Post Office | |
| Sekondi Post Office | |
| Takoradi Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Sekondi
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Dohamm Clinic Limited | ||
| Marie Stopes International | ||
| Our Lady of Faith Clinic | ||
| Rabbito Clinic |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sekondi
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Saint George’s Castle |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Sekondi
54 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saint Parish Church | |
| Apostolic Evangelical Vision Church | |
| Apostolic Evangelical Vision Church | |
| Apostolic Faith Church | |
| Assemblies Of God | |
| Assemblies Of God Church, Word Miracle Centre | |
| Assemblies Of God Church, Word Miracle Centre | |
| Assemblies of God, West-Ridge, Takoradi | |
| Bethel Mehodist Church | |
| Christian Divine Church | |
| Church Of Christ | |
| Church of Christ Kweikuma | |
| Church of Christ, Anaji | |
| Church of Pentecost | |
| Dominion Calvary Pentecostal Church | |
| Effiakuma Pentecost | |
| Effiakuma Roman Catholic | |
| Emmanuel Methodist Church | |
| Freeman Methodist Church | |
| Grace Gospel |
Quick Facts
Around Sekondi
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Sekondi
4 places within 15 km
- • Last Hour Beach
- • Vienna City Beach
- • Fort San Sebastian
- • Fort Orange
🇬🇭 About Ghana
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Sekondi
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Sekondi
What is the population of Sekondi?
Sekondi has a population of 285,506 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 900 people per square mile, spread across 317.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Sekondi?
Sekondi 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 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches.