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 minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
August, the city’s coldest month, receives about 56 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 14 days. For more information, please visit our Cape Coast Precipitation page.
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:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in Zermatt, Switzerland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 4°C, with mild summers and very cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
Perth, Australia, experiences a Mediterranean climate, with a pleasant average temperature of 25°C.
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.
Sea vs. Land Temperatures
The influence of nearby oceans or large water bodies significantly affects local temperatures:
- Ocean Influence: Coastal regions tend to have more stable temperatures, as large bodies of water absorb and release heat slowly. This often results in milder winters and cooler summers compared to inland areas.
- Continental Climates: Landmasses well away from large bodies of water tend to show greater extremes in temperature, having hotter summers and colder winters because of the absence of water as a moderating influence.
For more detailed information about Cape Coast’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Cape Coast climate page.
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