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Zwedru, Liberia
Grand Gedeh County · Liberia
Zwedru is a mid-size city in Grand Gedeh County, Liberia with a population of 38,269. Elevation: 725 ft (221 m). Average temperature: 78°F (26°C).
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About Zwedru
Zwedru is the capital of Grand Gedeh County, one of the 15 counties in Liberia. Zwedru is located in Tchien District of Grand Gedeh County, near the Cavalla River in the country's south-eastern region and near the border with Côte d'Ivoire. It is located 435 km southeast from the capital city of Monrovia. The town is a stronghold of the Krahn tribe.
People
Climate
| Population | 38,269 |
| Population Density | 85,042 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0685°, -8.1356° |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
| Country | 🇱🇷 Liberia |
| State / Province | Grand Gedeh County |
| Average Temperature | 78°F (26°C) |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.0 inches (2,033 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Zwedru
Zwedru is a mid-size city in Liberia (Grand Gedeh County) with a population of 38,269. The city sits at an elevation of 725 feet (221 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 80.0 inches. The timezone is Africa/Monrovia.
Climate in Zwedru
Zwedru has an average annual temperature of 25.1°C (77°F). The hottest month is Apr (26.1°C), the coldest is Aug (24°C). Average annual precipitation is 2076 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 77.9°F |
| 44% above Liberia avg | |
| January Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 192 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 725 ft (221 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 85,042/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0685°N, 8.1356°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Monrovia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 78°F (26°C) | 1.0 in | Driest |
| February | 80°F (26°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 80°F (27°C) | 5.4 in | Warmest |
| April | 80°F (27°C) | 7.4 in | |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 8.6 in | |
| June | 77°F (25°C) | 10.6 in | |
| July | 76°F (24°C) | 6.8 in | |
| August | 75°F (24°C) | 6.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 13.6 in | Wettest |
| October | 78°F (26°C) | 10.8 in | |
| November | 78°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 77°F (25°C) | 2.2 in |
Zwedru has a seasonal temperature swing of 5°F / from 75°F in August to 80°F in March. Total annual precipitation is 80.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (13.6") and January the driest (1.0").
Colleges & Universities in Zwedru
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Gedeh Community College | College | — | — |
| Midwifery Training Program, Southeastern Region | College | — | — |
| Vocational and Technical Institute | College | — | — |
Schools in Zwedru
60+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNHCR/ADRA Vocational Skills Training Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Child Friendly School | — | — | — | — |
| Carter Center | — | — | — | — |
| Faith International Christian School System | — | — | — | — |
| Champion Of Faith Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Quality Education Gate Way - Saint Oretha Convent Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Juwle High School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Juwle High School | — | — | — | — |
| Master G Art Craft And Vocational Training Program | — | — | — | — |
| Gleplay Town Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Solid Foundation International School | — | — | — | — |
| Solid Foundation International High School | — | — | — | — |
| Mike Tuleh Wilson High School | — | — | — | — |
| Zwedru Multilateral High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jarbah Town Elementary | — | — | — | — |
| Johnny Gaye Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| EPP PTP-1 School | — | — | — | — |
| Meayea School | — | — | — | — |
| Youbor Town Public School | — | — | — | — |
| PTP II A Camp School | — | — | — | — |
| Philip T. Boduo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Blessing Community School | — | — | — | — |
| G. Alphonso Gaye Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Mother Ruth Daycare/Elementry | — | — | — | — |
| New Hope Christian Academy School | — | — | — | — |
| Methodist School | — | — | — | — |
| Breezeville School | — | — | — | — |
| Adanatee Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Annie Dweh Christian Academic | — | — | — | — |
| Living Word Elementary and Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| The Salvation Army School | — | — | — | — |
| Ganbo Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Gboleken Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| A. G. Mission Bible School | — | — | — | — |
| Liberia Assemblies of God Bible School | — | — | — | — |
| WordSower Bible Institute | — | — | — | — |
| ELRZ Community Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Education for Youth Empowerment Center | — | — | — | — |
| St Paul Lutheran School | — | — | — | — |
| Holistic Vision Academy | — | — | — | — |
| PTP II B Camp School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Vision School | — | — | — | — |
| First Free Methodist Academic | — | — | — | — |
| DOH School of Academic Excellence | — | — | — | — |
| Calvary Temple Mission School | — | — | — | — |
| Zoe E. Pennue Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Awonho School For the Blind | — | — | — | — |
| Quiyolo School | — | — | — | — |
| Sure Success Foundation Nursery & Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| EPP PTP1 School | — | — | — | — |
| Garty Elementary And Junior High School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ Vision School | — | — | — | — |
| Child Future Foundation Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| R.B Richardson Baptist High school | — | — | — | — |
| Islamic Solidarity School | — | — | — | — |
| M. Nixon Garlo Evangelical Lutheran Jr. & Sr. High School | — | — | — | — |
| Benjiman Collins Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Doe Community Child Foundation Nursery and Elementary School | — | — | — | — |
| Doe Community School Jr. High | — | — | — | — |
| Suah Memorial Institution | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Zwedru
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Farmers Markets in Zwedru
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendship Market | |||||
| Suah Quarter Market | |||||
| Zwedru Market Place | |||||
| Zwedru Market Place |
Hotels in Zwedru
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Zwedru
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Zwedru
21 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Zwedru
14 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Zwedru
14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Zwedru
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Zwedru
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Zwedru
28 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Zwedru
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Zwedru
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Zwedru
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Zwedru
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Zwedru
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Guiglo Airport | GGO | Small Airport |
| Tapeta Airport | TPT | Small Airport |
| Tchien Airport | THC | Small Airport |
| Zagné Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Zwedru
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Zwedru Regional Post Center |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Zwedru
100 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| AG Children's Ministry | |
| AICA Church | |
| AICA Church | |
| Air Field Church Of The Nazarene | |
| Aladulah Prayer Band Church | |
| All Nation | |
| Assemblies of God (AG) | |
| Assembly Of God Church | |
| Baptist Church PTP | |
| Bethel Temple Church | |
| Bethel Zwedru Church | |
| Bible Baptist Church | |
| Calvary Temple Assembly Of God Church | |
| Catholic Church | |
| Central Church Of The Nazarene | |
| Christ Evangelical Christians Assembly | |
| Christ Evangelistic Christian Assembly | |
| Christ Foundation Ministry | |
| Christ Harvest Vision Ministries | |
| Christ The King Parish |
Quick Facts
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zwedru
What is the population of Zwedru?
Zwedru has a population of 38,269 residents and is located in Liberia. The population density is 85,042 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Zwedru?
Zwedru 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 192 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 80.0 inches.