Ghana weather in August
Considering a trip to Ghana this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Ghana in August?
August in Ghana generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Accra at 27°C (80°F) to very warm in Navrongo at 30°C (87°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (74°F) in Navrongo and 23°C (74°F) in Accra. On average, August is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year in Accra.
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Accra with an average of 34mm (1.3 inches) to heavy rainfall in Tamale with 231mm (9.1 inches). The city Accra usually sees around 155 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ghana in August, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Ghana climate page.
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Average weather in Accra
In August Accra generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (80°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (74°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Kumasi
In August Kumasi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (85°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Tema
In August Tema generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Takoradi
In August Takoradi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (80°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (74°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in East Legon
In August East Legon generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (80°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (74°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is August the best time to visit Ghana?
We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Ghana with overall perfect weather in Accra.
On average, the best time to visit Ghana is in January, February, July, August, September, October and December with generally perfect weather in Accra. In contrast, May and June tend to have tolerable weather conditions.
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