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Wa, Ghana
Upper West · Ghana
Wa is a mid-size city in Upper West, Ghana with a population of 78,107. Elevation: 1,070 ft (326 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Wa
Wa is a town and the capital of the Wa Metropolitan Assembly and the Upper West Region of Ghana. It has a population of 200,672 people according to the 2021 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 78,107 |
| Population Density | 249 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.0607°, -2.5019° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Upper West |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.2 inches (970 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Wa
Wa is a mid-size city in Ghana (Upper West) with a population of 78,107. The city sits at an elevation of 1,070 feet (326 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Wa
Wa has an average annual temperature of 26.9°C (80°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.8°C), the coldest is Dec (23.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1256 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 81.5°F |
| 51% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 267 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Area | 313.6 sq mi (812.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 249/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.0607°N, 2.5019°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| February | 85°F (29°C) | 0.2 in | |
| March | 87°F (31°C) | 1.1 in | Warmest |
| April | 86°F (30°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 84°F (29°C) | 4.3 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 8.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 0.3 in | |
| December | 80°F (26°C) | 0.2 in |
Wa has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 77°F in August to 87°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.4") and January the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Wa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nusrat Jahan Ahmadiyya College of Education | College | - | , |
| UNIVERSITY OF BUSINESS AND INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT STUDIES - OLD CAMPUS | University | - | Visit → |
| University of Business and Integrated Development Studies, Wa | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Wa
28 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Andrews Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Wa Technical Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Wa Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Northern Star Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Jamiat Al-Hidaya Islamic Girls' Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Islamic Senior High School, Wa | - | - | - | - |
| Wa School for the Deaf | - | - | - | - |
| Wa Senior High/Technical School | - | - | - | - |
| Nurse Training College Wa | - | - | - | - |
| T. I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School, Wa | - | - | - | - |
| St Francis Xavier Minor Seminary School | - | - | - | - |
| Anglican School | - | - | - | - |
| Tindanba School | - | - | - | - |
| Fongo L/A Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nakore Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Bamahu Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Torikuubo Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Sing Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Tupaso | - | - | - | - |
| T.I Ahamadyah Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Nakore Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Danko Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bomandi International school | - | - | - | - |
| Hope of Glory Jaz International | - | - | - | - |
| Wa Methodist School for the blind | - | - | - | - |
| Golden court | - | - | - | - |
| Fallahia Islamic Primary & JHS | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wa
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Libraries in Wa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wa Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wa Regional Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wa
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaleo New Market | |||||
| mini market | |||||
| Piisi Market | |||||
| Sankana Market | |||||
| Wa Market | |||||
| Zintaapuor |
Hotels in Wa
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wa
10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wa
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wa
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wa
8 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Wa
30 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wa
14 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Wa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wa
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Batie Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gaoua Airport | XGA | Small Airport |
| Wa Airport | WZA | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wa
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Regional Head Secretariat Post Office | |
| UDS (Wa) Post Office | |
| Wa (Main) Post Office | |
| Wa Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wa
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission | |
| Anglican Church | |
| Bamahu Central Mosque | |
| Church of Pentecost, Kabanye | |
| Danko Central Mosque | |
| House of Prayer - CFMI Wa | |
| Jinkpan Central Mosque | |
| Kpongu Central Mosque | |
| Mangu Methodist Church | |
| Mosque Office | |
| Nakore Mosque | |
| New Mosque | |
| Rivival Assemblies of God Children's Department. | |
| Sing Central Mosque | |
| Spiritual Retreat Centre | |
| St. Andrews Cathedral | |
| Wa Central Mosque | |
| Wa SHS Mosque |
Quick Facts
Around Wa
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Wa
2 places within 15 km
- • Ombo Mountain
- • Dondoli Historic Mosque
🇬🇭 About Ghana
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Wa
What is the population of Wa?
Wa has a population of 78,107 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 249 people per square mile, spread across 313.6 square miles.
What is the weather like in Wa?
Wa has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 267 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.2 inches.