Cape Coast Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Cape Coast’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in Ghana.
Monthly Temperature Averages
Year-round, Cape Coast experiences a consistently comfortable climate. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C in March to a comfortable 27°C in the coolest month, August. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 23°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Cape Coast by month:
The lowest temperatures typically occur between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the peak temperatures are generally observed around 3 PM, coinciding with the sun’s strongest heating effect.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, sees about 56 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days.
Annual Temperatures in Ghana Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across Ghana. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Cape Coast Temperatures Compared World Wide
Cape Coast’s average annual maximum temperature is 29°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Lisbon, Portugal, the average annual temperature is 21°C, offering warm summers and mild, rainy winters.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
Chicago, USA, has a significant seasonal range, with an average annual temperature of 15°C.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
In Cape Coast, during the coolest month, August, you will experience 89% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 27°C. In the warmest month, March, the humidity is 82% combined with an average maximum temperature of 31°C, which creates a very high-feel temperature. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Effects of Temperature on Weather and Climate
Temperature variations influence precipitation patterns in Amsterdam:
Rainfall: Warm air holds more moisture, leading to heavier rain during warmer months. However, precipitation is generally moderate year-round.
Snow: Occasional snowfall occurs in winter, though it rarely lasts very long.
For more detailed information about Cape Coast’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Cape Coast climate page.
Current temperature in Cape Coast
