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Akim Oda offers a grounded, authentic experience for those looking to escape the frantic pace of major West African hubs like Accra. It is a town defined by its connection to the surrounding agricultural landscape, providing a slower, more community-oriented lifestyle that appeals to professionals seeking stability and a lower cost of living.
While you will find reliable access to essential healthcare and functional local transport, the town lacks the specialized amenities and diverse expat social circles found in larger cities. It is an ideal choice for those prioritizing a quiet, practical base, provided you are comfortable with a more limited selection of international services and a smaller social footprint.
Population
60,604
Area
119 km²
Density
510 per km²
Founded
-
Language
English
Distance to Coast
75 km
Districts & Neighborhoods in Akim Oda
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Climate & Weather in Akim Oda
Akim Oda has a tropical savanna climate (Köppen Aw) with warm temperatures year-round, a pronounced bimodal rainfall pattern, and a short dry season from December to February. It is typically humid and cloudy during the main rainy periods, with the wettest months centered around May–June and September–October, while January is usually the driest month.
Summer Average
28°C
Winter Average
26°C
Climate Type
Tropical savanna
Rainy Days
108
Sunny Days
160
Humidity
78%
Spring
March - May
26-31°C
Temperatures stay warm to hot, and rainfall increases quickly as the first rainy season builds. Humidity is high and skies are often cloudy or overcast.
High rainfall
Summer
June - August
24-29°C
This period is the core of the long wet season, with frequent showers and high cloud cover in June and July. August is usually a little cooler and less rainy than June.
High rainfall
Autumn
September - November
25-30°C
Rainfall rises again during the second wet season, especially in September and October. Conditions remain warm and humid, with variable sunshine.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
23-33°C
Winter is the driest season, with more sunshine and lower rainfall than the rest of the year. Temperatures remain warm to hot, though nights can feel slightly cooler in January and early February.
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Air Quality
Akim Oda
Advantages
Akim Oda
Strong local school network
Affordable cost of living
Close-knit community bonds
Agricultural hub prosperity
Growing business opportunities
Disadvantages
Akim Oda
Limited higher education options
Few job opportunities locally
Poor road infrastructure
Inadequate healthcare facilities
Unreliable electricity supply
Safety & Security in Akim Oda
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 Oda
Ghana Average
No city-specific data available — showing Ghana country averages instead.
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 Oda — showing hazard indicators from nearby Obuase (~83 km).
