Accra Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Accra remains fairly constant, offering comfortable temperatures throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in March to a comfortable 27°C (81°F) in August.

Nighttime temperatures range from 27°C (81°F) in March to 23°C (73°F) in August.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Accra experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 730 mm (29 in) yearly. The seasons in Accra bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, June, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 183 mm (7.2 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 21 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 15 mm (0.6 in) over 5 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Accra Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Accra, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.1 hours in December. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.6 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 24°C (75°F) in August to 29°C (84°F) in April.

Water temperature over the year

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 87%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year