Kumasi Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The weather in Kumasi is characterized by a steady average temperature throughout the year.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Kumasi temperatures are generally consistent throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very hot 35°C in February to a comfortable 29°C in the coolest month, August.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 22°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Kumasi experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1136 mm of precipitation annually. The climate in Kumasi shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect high rainfall in September, with an average of 152 mm of precipitation over 23 rainy days. In contrast, January offers drier and sunnier days, with around 22 mm of rainfall over 5 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kumasi Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Kumasi serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in March with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in August, offering only 2.6 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Kumasi.
The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 82%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Kumasi in Ghana
The best time to visit is during the drier months: January, February and December.Other facts from our historical weather data:
February has an average maximum temperature of 35°C and is the hottest month of the year.
The coolest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 29°C.
September tops the wettest month list with 152 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 22 mm of precipitation.
March is the sunniest month with an average of 211 hours of sunshine.
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