Ghana

Ghana Weather & Climate: Monthly Averages

Monthly climate averages for Ghana, temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

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Accra Kumasi Tema Takoradi

Climate overview of Ghana

Ghana has a tropical climate with daily temperatures ranging between 25°C (77°F) and 35°C (95°F). It can be very humid at times, but there is always the sea breeze which ensures that there is a little refreshment.

In the north of Ghana it is drier and warmer because of the influence of the Sahara. The rainy season in the North lasts from April to October. In the south from April to June and a second rainy season in September and October. This means that every one or two days, mostly in the evening there is a big downpour of rain for one or two hours.

In the dry season, from December to March the harmattan wind blows from the Sahara across the country. This means there is a continuous "sand fog". Best to avoid Ghana in these months.

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Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Regional climate differences

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Greater Accra

23°C (73°F) – 31°C (88°F)

730 mm (29 in) / year

2,374 hours / year

Based on Accra

Ashanti Region

22°C (72°F) – 35°C (95°F)

1136 mm (45 in) / year

1,968 hours / year

Based on Kumasi

Volta Region

22°C (72°F) – 33°C (91°F)

1848 mm (73 in) / year

Based on Hohoe

Western Region

24°C (75°F) – 31°C (88°F)

1871 mm (74 in) / year

Based on Axim

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.


Accra	27°C (81°F) – 31°C (88°F)	23°C (73°F) – 27°C (81°F)	730 mm (29 in)	2,374 hours
Kumasi	29°C (84°F) – 35°C (95°F)	22°C (72°F) – 24°C (75°F)	1136 mm (45 in)	1,968 hours
Tema	28°C (82°F) – 32°C (90°F)	23°C (73°F) – 26°C (79°F)	892 mm (35 in)	2,374 hours
Takoradi	27°C (81°F) – 31°C (88°F)	23°C (73°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1324 mm (52 in)	—
Ablekuma	28°C (82°F) – 33°C (91°F)	23°C (73°F) – 26°C (79°F)	1033 mm (41 in)	2,374 hours
Tamale	30°C (86°F) – 39°C (102°F)	22°C (72°F) – 27°C (81°F)	916 mm (36 in)	2,723 hours

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FAQ

What is the best time to visit Ghana?

The warmest month in Navrongo is March, with daytime highs of 40°C (104°F). Tamale is the sunniest destination, with 283 hours of sunshine in November. Ghana has a distinct dry season from November to April. Explore Ghana weather by month for a detailed breakdown.

What temperatures can I expect in Ghana?

Navrongo is the warmest destination, reaching 40°C (104°F) in March with nights around 28°C (82°F). Accra is the coolest, with August daytime highs of just 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 23°C (73°F). See the city comparison for a full overview.

How much rain does Ghana get?

Rainfall varies across Ghana. Axim is the wettest, receiving 1871 mm (74 in) per year, with June the wettest month at 311 mm (12 in). Navrongo is the driest at 757 mm (30 in) per year. Use the climate map to explore rainfall patterns across regions.

How sunny is Ghana?

Tamale is the sunniest destination in Ghana, enjoying 2,723 hours of sunshine per year, with November the brightest month at 283 hours. Overall, Ghana enjoys abundant sunshine year-round. Compare sunshine across cities in the charts above.

What is the climate like across Ghana?

Accra has very warm summers reaching 31°C (88°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 27°C (81°F), with 2,374 hours of sunshine and 730 mm (29 in) of rain per year. Kumasi has very hot summers reaching 35°C (95°F) in February and warm winters dropping to 29°C (84°F), with 1,968 hours of sunshine and 1136 mm (45 in) of rain per year. Tema has very warm summers reaching 32°C (90°F) in March and warm winters dropping to 28°C (82°F), with 2,374 hours of sunshine and 892 mm (35 in) of rain per year. Explore the climate charts and comparison table for more cities.