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Tema weather in May (Ghana)

What should you pack for a trip to Tema in May? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Tema includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime maximum temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 25°C.

Precipitation

Tema in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 127 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 15 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 211 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Average water temperature in May

The water temperature climbs to 29°C, creating almost bath-like conditions that eliminate any shock factor when entering. While many tropical destination lovers appreciate these warm waters, others find them less refreshing.

May in Tema has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ghana, check out our Tema's climate page.

Tema, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 29°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 51%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 127 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Accra, Ghana (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in Ghana in May

Find out more about the weather in Ghana and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Ghana, check out our Tema's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

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. With a water temperature of around 29°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Tema.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Ghana? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Ghana. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.