Techiman, Ghana
Bono East · Ghana
Techiman is a mid-size city in Bono East, Ghana with a population of 67,241. Elevation: 1,375 ft (419 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Techiman
Techiman is a city and the capital of the Techiman Metropolitan District and the Bono East Region of Ghana. The city is located about 32 miles (51 km) from Sunyani and about 65 miles (105 km) away from Kumasi. It has a tropical savanna climate, experiencing two wet seasons and a dry season. Techiman has a population of 67,241 as of the 2010 census released by the Ghana Statistical Service. The majority of ethnic groups in the city included the Akan, Bono, Gonja, Dagomba, Sisala, and Mamprusi people. The mayor of the city's metropolitan, as of 2021, is Benjamin Yaw Gyarko.
People
Climate
| Population | 67,241 |
| Population Density | 213 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,375 ft (419 m) |
| Coordinates | 7.5905°, -1.9395° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Bono East |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.6 inches (1,210 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Techiman
Techiman is a mid-size city in Ghana (Bono East) with a population of 67,241. The city sits at an elevation of 1,375 feet (419 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 78°F (26°C). Temperatures range from 79°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Techiman
Techiman has an average annual temperature of 25.8°C (78°F). The hottest month is Mar (27.6°C), the coldest is Jul (24.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1615 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 78.0°F |
| 44% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,375 ft (419 m) |
| Area | 315.7 sq mi (817.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 213/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 7.5905°N, 1.9395°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79°F (26°C) | 0.2 in | Driest |
| February | 81°F (27°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| March | 81°F (27°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.2 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 6.6 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 5.1 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 7.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 77°F (25°C) | 6.4 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 1.6 in | |
| December | 78°F (26°C) | 0.6 in |
Techiman has a seasonal temperature swing of 7°F / from 75°F in August to 81°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (7.0") and January the driest (0.2").
Colleges & Universities in Techiman
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anglican University College of Ghana | University | - | , |
| Krobo Nurses' Training College | College | - | , |
| Registry;Valley View University | University | - | , |
Schools in Techiman
31 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adutiwe DA Basic | - | - | - | - |
| Agosa SDA Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Valley View Basci School Complex | - | - | - | - |
| Good Shepherd Educational Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Tuobodom Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Abrafi Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Francis Seminary/Senior High School, Buoyem | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Mount Carmel Girls Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Krobo Community Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Kesse Basahyia Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ameyaw Akumfi Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Gyarko Community Day Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Techiman Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Adutwie LA JHS School | - | - | - | - |
| Akrofrom RC | - | - | - | - |
| Buoyem Methodist basic | - | - | - | - |
| Techiman Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mesidan DA Basic | - | - | - | - |
| Forikrom SDA | - | - | - | - |
| Forikrom SDA Primary and JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Bonkwae SDA Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Faaman Takyi MA Basic | - | - | - | - |
| Zongo Adventist Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Aworowa Methodist School | - | - | - | - |
| Nkwaeso Methodist Basic Schools. | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's R/C Primary & JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Nkwaeso Methodist Basic Schools. | - | - | - | - |
| St Francis Catholic School | - | - | - | - |
| Zoe International School | - | - | - | - |
| KIIT Fashion School | - | - | - | - |
| Kutabon | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Techiman
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Techiman
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonkwae Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Techiman Municipal Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Techiman
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danso - Roadside Market | |||||
| New market | |||||
| Old Market | |||||
| Techiman Market | |||||
| Wenchi New Market |
Hotels in Techiman
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Techiman
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Techiman
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Techiman
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Techiman
53 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Techiman
14 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Techiman
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Techiman
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sunyani Airport | NYI | Medium Airport |
Post Offices in Techiman
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Techiman Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Techiman
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God Church (Nkwaeso) | |
| Christ Apostolic Church | |
| Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Church (Nkwaeso) | |
| Divine Mercy Roman Catholic Church (Nkwaeso) | |
| ICGC | |
| ICGC | |
| New Apostolic Church (Nkwaeso) | |
| Presbyterian Church of Ghana (Nkwaeso) | |
| Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Forikrom | |
| PRINCE OF PEACE | |
| Roman Catholic Church | |
| SDA Church | |
| Seventh Day Adventist | |
| St Francis Catholic Church | |
| St. Mary's Catholic Church | |
| St. Paul's Catholic Church | |
| St. Peter's R/C Church (Agosa) | |
| St. Peter's R/C Church (Agosa) | |
| TFM | |
| The Apostles Continuation Church |
Quick Facts
Around Techiman
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
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Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Techiman?
Techiman has a population of 67,241 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 213 people per square mile, spread across 315.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Techiman?
Techiman has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 78°F (26°C). Winter temperatures average 79°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.
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