All Countries
Suhum, Ghana
Eastern · Ghana
Suhum is a mid-size city in Eastern, Ghana with a population of 50,610. Elevation: 597 ft (182 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Suhum, Ghana
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
About Suhum
Suhum was an ancient geographic region around the middle course of the Euphrates River, in modern Al Anbar Governorate, Iraq.
People
Climate
| Population | 50,610 |
| Population Density | 307 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0409°, -0.4500° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇠Ghana |
| State / Province | Eastern |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.4 inches (1,406 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Suhum
Suhum is a mid-size city in Ghana (Eastern) with a population of 50,610. The city sits at an elevation of 597 feet (182 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 78°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Suhum
Suhum has an average annual temperature of 25.7°C (78°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.6°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1683 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.2°F |
| 45% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 236 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Area | 164.7 sq mi (426.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 307/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0409°N, 0.4500°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 | - | - | 97 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (27°C) | 2.5 in | |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 6.0 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.7 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 8.9 in | Wettest |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 4.6 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 5.4 in | |
| October | 78°F (25°C) | 6.8 in | |
| November | 79°F (26°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 79°F (26°C) | 2.0 in |
Suhum has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.9") and January the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Suhum
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bunso college | College | - | , |
| Fire Safety Training College | College | - | Visit → |
| Kibi Presbyterian College of Education | College | - | , |
Schools in Suhum
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Islamic Girls Senior High School, Suhum | - | - | - | - |
| Presbyterian Senior High School, Suhum | - | - | - | - |
| Suhum Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Suhum
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBC Uniiq 95.7 FM | news talk sports | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Oroko Radio | alternative, community radio | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Lamp Radio | christian, gospel | MP3 192 kbps |
Libraries in Suhum
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Regional Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Effiduase Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Suhum
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adweso | |||||
| Adweso Market | |||||
| Asamankese Market | |||||
| Beads Market | |||||
| Central Market | |||||
| Effiduase Market | |||||
| Koforidua Zongo Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Nkurakan Market | |||||
| previous market square | |||||
| Timber Market | |||||
| Yam Market |
Bus Stations in Suhum
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Suhum
17 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Suhum
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Suhum
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Suhum
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kotoka International Airport | ACC | Large Airport |
| Ajena Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kpong Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Suhum
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Suhum Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Suhum
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Pentecost | |
| Emmanuel Presby Church |
Quick Facts
🇬🇠About Ghana
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Suhum
What is the population of Suhum?
Suhum has a population of 50,610 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 307 people per square mile, spread across 164.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Suhum?
Suhum has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 78°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches.