Elmina weather in May (Ghana)

Looking to travel to Elmina in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Elmina typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Elmina in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 191 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 19 days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Elmina. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May and June tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Elmina climate page with graphs.

 

Elmina, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 30°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 191 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 85% *  

* Data from: Takoradi, Ghana (51 KM, 31 Miles).

Where to go in Ghana in May

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in Elmina in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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