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Ghana Weather in March

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ghana in March.

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Planning a journey to Ghana this March and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Ghana in March

The weather in Ghana in March can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from very warm to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very warm in Akwida at 31°C (88°F) to very hot in Navrongo at 40°C (104°F). At night it cools down to 27°C (81°F) in Navrongo and 26°C (79°F) in Akwida. On average, March is the warmest month of the year in Ghana. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Ghana, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Navrongo with an average of 8.3 mm (0.3 in) to high rainfall in Axim with 144 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Accra enjoys about 214 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Ghana in March

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Ghana

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Ghana?

Temperature range in Ghana (March)

Precipitation variation in Ghana (March)

Accra

In March Accra generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
214 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Accra →

Kumasi

In March Kumasi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
211 hours
205 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Kumasi →

Tema

In March Tema generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
214 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Tema →

Takoradi

In March Takoradi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
57 mm (2.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Takoradi →

East Legon

In March East Legon generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« February
March
April »
February
March
April
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
204 hours
214 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
21 mm (0.8 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in East Legon →

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In our records: Ghana March extremes

Notable March records observed across cities in Ghana in our climate database (1993 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest March day in Ghana reached 47°C (117°F) in Tamale on March 26, 2017.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ghana in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Accra 31°C (88°F) 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Kumasi 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Tema 32°C (90°F) 26°C (79°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Takoradi 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Ablekuma 33°C (91°F) 26°C (79°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Tamale 39°C (102°F) 27°C (81°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)

Ghana weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ghana in March?

In March, Ghana generally has tolerable weather conditions. Accra sees daytime temperatures near 31°C (88°F), with nights cooling to roughly 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Ghana in March?

Accra averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in March, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Ghana get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Ghana. Accra averages only about 31 mm (1.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Ghana?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Accra, March might be a good time to visit Ghana.

Generally speaking, July, August, September and October provide perfect weather in Accra. On the other hand, the month of May tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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