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Winneba, Ghana
Central · Ghana
Winneba is a mid-size city in Central, Ghana with a population of 71,288. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Winneba
Winneba is a town and the capital of Effutu Municipal District in Central Region of South Ghana. Winneba has a population of 60331. Winneba, traditionally known as Simpa, is a historic fishing port in south Ghana, lying on the south coast, 140 kilometres (90 mi) east of Cape Coast. The current member of parliament is Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin.
People
Climate
| Population | 71,288 |
| Population Density | 1,561 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 5.3511°, -0.6231° |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
| Country | 🇬🇭 Ghana |
| State / Province | Central |
| Average Temperature | 80°F (27°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,041 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Winneba
Winneba is a mid-size city in Ghana (Central) with a population of 71,288. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 80°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 77°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Accra.
Climate in Winneba
Winneba has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C (79°F). The hottest month is Feb (27.7°C), the coldest is Aug (24.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 1701 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 80.2°F |
| 49% above Ghana avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 45.7 sq mi (118.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,561/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 5.3511°N, 0.6231°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Accra |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.9 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest |
| April | 82°F (28°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 81°F (27°C) | 6.9 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 8.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 2.6 in | |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest |
| September | 78°F (26°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 80°F (26°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.5 in |
Winneba has a seasonal temperature swing of 6°F / from 77°F in August to 83°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (8.2") and January the driest (0.9").
Colleges & Universities in Winneba
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Nursing Training College | College | - | , |
| Ghana Police Command and Staff College | College | - | , |
| Mankoadze Vocational College | College | - | Visit → |
| UEW Central Campus | University | - | , |
| Uncle Rich International School | College | - | , |
| University of Education Winneba | University | - | , |
| Winneba NVTI | College | - | , |
| Winneba School of Business | College | - | , |
| Zion Girls Senior High School | College | - | , |
Schools in Winneba
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Practice Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| Muslim School | - | - | - | - |
| Winneba Methodist "B" Basic Schools | - | - | - | - |
| Institute Of Educational Research And Innovation Studies (UEW) | - | - | - | - |
| H&E Educational complex | - | - | - | - |
| Gyahazie Primary & JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Presby School | - | - | - | - |
| Okyereko Methodist Junior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Winneba Senior High School | - | - | - | - |
| Nsuakyire Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Helena Prep School, Asebu | - | - | - | - |
| Divine Grace International | - | - | - | - |
| Don Bosco M A Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ansaful Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| New Winneba M/A Basic School | - | - | - | - |
| University Practice Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Atekyedo Primary & JHS | - | - | - | - |
| Don Bosco R/C Jhs | - | - | - | - |
| AME Zion School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Winneba
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 Winneba
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Winneba
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fish Market | |||||
| Galilea Market | |||||
| Mandela Market | |||||
| Market | |||||
| Oduponkpehe Ofaakor New Market | |||||
| Winneba Market |
Hotels in Winneba
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Winneba
11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Winneba
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Winneba
8 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Winneba
4 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Winneba
24 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Winneba
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Winneba
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Winneba
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Winneba
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Winneba
1 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Kotoka International Airport | ACC | Large Airport |
Post Offices in Winneba
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kojo Beedu Post Office | |
| Winneba Main Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Winneba
32 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Apostolic Church | |
| Christ Joy Chapel International | |
| Church of Pentecost | |
| Deeper Life Campus Fellowship, UEW | |
| Eden revival church international | |
| Emmanuel methodist church | |
| FIRST LOVE CHURCH | |
| Grace Presby Church | |
| Greater Love Church, Winneba | |
| Holy Spirit Catholic Church (Pax Romana) | |
| ICGC Church | |
| Kingdom hall | |
| Love Economy Church | |
| MASJID IBAADU RAHMAN | |
| Masjid Wuda (Simpa Masjid) | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Micheal's Catholic Church, Gomoa Asebu | |
| NUGS-G PRESBY CHURCH | |
| Pensa |
Quick Facts
Around Winneba
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Winneba
3 places within 15 km
- • Fort Patience
- • Adzintam Hill
- • Ejisimanku Hill
🇬🇭 About Ghana
Public Holidays in Ghana
11 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Winneba?
Winneba has a population of 71,288 residents and is located in Ghana. The population density is 1,561 people per square mile, spread across 45.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Winneba?
Winneba has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches.