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Ashanti Region Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Ashanti Region, Ghana in April.

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Are you planning a trip a to Ashanti Region, Ghana in April and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Ashanti Region in April

Ashanti Region, Ghana is a region in Ghana. April in Ashanti Region generally has very warm temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Cape Coast to 33°C (91°F) in Kumasi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Kumasi and 26°C (79°F) in Cape Coast. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Ashanti Region, Ghana, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Cape Coast with an average of 102 mm (4 in) to high rainfall in Kumasi with 109 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Kumasi enjoys approximately 205 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Ashanti Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Ashanti Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Kumasi)

January34°C (93°F) February35°C (95°F) March34°C (93°F) April33°C (91°F) May32°C (90°F) June31°C (88°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October31°C (88°F) November32°C (90°F) December33°C (91°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Ashanti Region in April

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Ashanti Region.

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 Ashanti Region

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in Ashanti Region, Ghana?

Temperature range in Ashanti Region (April)

Precipitation variation in Ashanti Region (April)

Kumasi

In April Kumasi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
205 hours
203 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Kumasi →

Cape Coast

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

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
187 mm (7.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Cape Coast →

Elmina

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

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
77 mm (3 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
13 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Elmina →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Ashanti Region, in Ghana.

In our records: Ghana April extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest April day in Ghana brought 300 mm (12 in) in Takoradi on April 29, 2010.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Ashanti Region in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kumasi 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Cape Coast 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Elmina 31°C (88°F) 26°C (79°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)

Ashanti Region weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Ashanti Region, Ghana in April?

Expect poor weather across Ashanti Region, Ghana in April. The popular destination of Kumasi averages 33°C (91°F) by day and 24°C (75°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Ashanti Region, Ghana in April?

Average temperatures in Ashanti Region, Ghana during April range from a nighttime low near 24°C (75°F) to a daytime high around 33°C (91°F) in Kumasi.

Does Ashanti Region, Ghana get a lot of rain in April?

Kumasi typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 109 mm (4.3 in) on average across Ashanti Region, Ghana.

Is April a Good Time to Visit Ashanti Region, Ghana?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to Ashanti Region, Ghana with often tolerable weather in Kumasi.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Kumasi. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and April tend to have poor weather conditions.

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