A little stretch of paradise in Ghana
Busua Beach is a really beautiful beach of 1 kilometre (0,62 miles) and is one of those places which is really hard to leave. Wow what a paradise.
During January, Kumasi experiences very high daytime temperatures of 34°C (93°F) and cooler nights around 23°C (73°F). As the driest month of the year, rainfall is at its lowest.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Kumasi.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kumasi - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Kumasi spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Kumasi from 2006 through 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Ghana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Ghana in January →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Hot weather in January means keeping cool is the priority. Loose-fitting clothes in natural fabrics work best. Pack plenty of shorts, tank tops, and breathable shirts. Don't forget a hat, swimwear, and comfortable sandals. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in January - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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A little stretch of paradise in Ghana
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