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Elmina
City in Central, Ghana
Overview
Elmina is a lively coastal town in Ghana's Central Region, famous for its UNESCO-listed Elmina Castle and lively fishing community. Its blend of rich history, beautiful beaches, and authentic local culture offers a unique experience for visitors.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Ghana
Region
Central
Population
34,403
Time Zone
Africa/Accra
Coordinates
5.08°, -1.35°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
65
Female Safety
55
LGBTQ+ Safety
20
Traffic Safety
60
Food Safety
55
Monthly Cost
$450
Local Cost
$270
Local Income
$150
Cashless
35
English
70
Temperature
26.3°C
Summer Avg
24.7°C
Winter Avg
27.3°C
Record High
33.3°C
Record Low
20.5°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
1407 mm
City Vibrancy
1
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
1
Parks
0
Transport
1
Walk Score
1
Footways
1.0
Airport
—
Distance
—
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 65/100.
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