January Rainfall and Precipitation in Ghana

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Ghana in January.

Ghana experiences precipitation in January ranging from almost none in Navrongo with 0.3 mm (0.01 in) of rainfall to moderate in Axim with 76 mm (3 in) of rainfall. On average, January is the driest month of the year in Ghana.

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Best Places to Visit in Ghana in January

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in January: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Ghana precipitation in January: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Ghana receive in January?

In January, Accra typically receives modest rainfall, around 15 mm (0.6 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Ghana in January?

Accra sees roughly 5 days rainy days during January.

Is January part of the rainy season in Ghana?

Not really. January is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Ghana.

What is the wettest city in January in Ghana?

Axim is the wettest city in Ghana in January according to our database, with average rainfall of around 76 mm (3 in).

What is the driest city in January in Ghana?

Based on our database, Navrongo sees the least rainfall in Ghana in January, with around 0.3 mm (0.01 in) on average.

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