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Akim Swedru offers a distinctive Ghanaian experience for expats prioritizing deep cultural immersion and a slower, community-focused lifestyle away from major urban centers. You'll find a welcoming local environment where integration is key to a rewarding daily life. Practical considerations like safety and public transport are generally reliable, and healthcare facilities are adequate for routine needs. However, don't expect a ready-made expat network or extensive international amenities; this is a place to forge your own path. It's best suited for those eager to embrace authenticity and build connections within a truly local setting.
Population
10,000
Area
-
Density
-
Founded
-
Language
English
Distance to Coast
76 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Akim Swedru
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Climate & Weather in Akim Swedru
Akim Swedru has a tropical climate with a wet semi-equatorial pattern, characterized by warm temperatures year-round, high humidity, and a pronounced rainy season. Long-term climate references for the area in eastern Ghana indicate bi-modal rainfall and annual rainfall in the broader local zone of about 1,238–1,660 mm, which is consistent with a humid tropical setting. The current overcast, very humid conditions are also typical of this climate regime.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
25°C
Climate Type
Tropical Monsoon
Rainy Days
120
Sunny Days
170
Humidity
88%
Spring
March - May
27-31°C
This is one of the wetter periods of the year, with frequent showers and thunderstorms. Humidity is high and daytime temperatures remain warm.
High rainfall
Summer
June - August
24-29°C
Conditions are still warm but often cloudier and wetter than the rest of the year, especially in the main rainy season peak. Short breaks of sunshine alternate with periods of rain.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
26-31°C
Rainfall gradually decreases, but showers can still occur as the second wet season develops. Weather is generally warm, humid, and often unsettled.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
24-30°C
This is the drier season, although humidity remains elevated and temperatures stay warm. Early mornings can feel slightly cooler, but the overall climate is still tropical.
Low rainfall
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Air Quality
Akim Swedru
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Safety & Security in Akim Swedru
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Moderate
55
/100
Ghana Avg
56
Africa Avg
53
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
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Akim Swedru
Ghana Average
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Safety Index
0510
Moderate
Safety from Crime
0510
Moderate
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Good
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Moderate
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Moderate
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 83/100
No data for Akim Swedru — showing hazard indicators from nearby Obuase (~83 km).
