Volta Region Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Volta Region, Ghana in January.

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Hohoe Keta

Considering a trip to Volta Region, Ghana this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Volta Region in January

Volta Region, Ghana is a region in Ghana. January in Volta Region generally has very warm temperatures, with low precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C (86°F) in Keta to 32°C (90°F) in Hohoe. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Hohoe and 26°C (79°F) in Keta. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.

To explore the conditions in Volta Region, Ghana in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Keta with an average of 17 mm (0.7 in) to low rainfall in Hohoe with 27 mm (1.1 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Hohoe typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

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Best Places to Visit in Volta Region in January

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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 Volta Region

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

Temperature range in Volta Region (January)

Precipitation variation in Volta Region (January)

Hohoe

In January Hohoe generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
27 mm (1.1 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
5 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Hohoe →

Keta

In January Keta generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
230 hours
223 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
25 mm (1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
3 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Keta →

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

In our records: Ghana January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Ghana dropped to 11°C (52°F) in Tamale on January 8, 2012.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Volta Region in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hohoe 32°C (90°F) 23°C (73°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Keta 30°C (86°F) 26°C (79°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)

Volta Region weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Volta Region, Ghana in January?

In January, Volta Region, Ghana generally has pleasant weather conditions. Hohoe sees daytime temperatures near 32°C (90°F), with nights cooling to roughly 23°C (73°F).

What is the average temperature in Volta Region, Ghana in January?

Hohoe averages a daytime maximum of 32°C (90°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 23°C (73°F).

Does Volta Region, Ghana get a lot of rain in January?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Volta Region, Ghana during January, with Hohoe averaging close to 27 mm (1.1 in).

Is January a Good Time to Visit Volta Region, Ghana?

We consider January to be one of the best times to travel to Volta Region, Ghana. Typically, the climate in Hohoe is perfect.

On average, the best time to visit Volta Region, Ghana is in January with generally pleasant weather in Hohoe. On the other hand, the weather in March, May, June, September and October tend to be poor.

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