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🇬🇭 Ghana Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Ghana is a country in West Africa, Africa. It covers a total area of 238,533 km² and has a coastline of 539 km. It shares land borders with 3 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Africa
geographical region
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Region
West Africa
sub-region
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Total Area
238,533 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
131/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
539 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+0
UTC offset
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Independence
1957
established
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Climate
Tropical, two rainy seasons
general type

Location and Position

Ghana is situated in West Africa, within the broader continent of Africa. The country has a coastline of 539 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Ghana covers a total area of 238,533 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 33.5M across this area, the population density is 131/km². The capital city is Accra.

Climate

The climate of Ghana is tropical, two rainy seasons. The best time to visit is generally November–March, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Ghana

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Burkina Faso
Ouagadougou
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Togo
Lomé

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Ghana located?

Ghana is located in West Africa, Africa. The capital city is Accra.

How large is Ghana?

Ghana has a total area of 238,533 km² with a population density of 131/km².

What countries border Ghana?

Ghana shares land borders with: Côte d'Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Togo.

What is the climate of Ghana?

The climate of Ghana is Tropical, two rainy seasons. The best time to visit is November–March.

What timezone is Ghana in?

Ghana observes UTC+0 timezone.

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