Tamale Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The weather in Tamale changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very hot 39°C (102°F) in March to a very warm 30°C (86°F) in August.

Nighttime temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) in March to 22°C (72°F) in August.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Tamale receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 916 mm (36 in) annually. The seasons in Tamale bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 231 mm (9.1 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, December, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 1.4 mm (0.1 in) over 4 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Tamale Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Tamale, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.4 hours in November. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. August sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Tamale.

The city experiences its highest humidity in August, reaching 69%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 19%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year