Talk:Mpohor/Wassa East District

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District Information

 Climate and Vegetation

Climate The district falls within the tropical climate zone. The mean annual rainfall is 1500mm and ranges from 1300 to 2000mm. The wet period in the district is between March and July while November to January is dry.

Topography and Drainage

Relief and Drainage The district lies within the low-lying areas of the country with most parts below 150 metres above sea level. The landscape is generally undulating with an average height of about 70 metres.

The highest elevation ranges between 150 and 200 metres above sea level. The drainage pattern of Mpohor Wassa East District is largely dendriatic. There are medium and small rivers and streams.

Most of them originate from the Akwapim ranges and flow southwards towards the coast. The main rivers are the Pra, Subri, Butre, Brempong, Suhyen, Abetumaso, Hwini and Tipae. While most of them overflow their banks in the rainy season, majority virtually dry out in the dry season leaving behind series of dry valleys and rapids.

Climate and Vegetation

Climate The district falls within the tropical climate zone. The mean annual rainfall is 1500mm and ranges from 1300 to 2000mm. The wet period in the district is between March and July while November to January is dry.