Capital city in Greater Accra, Ghana
Accra weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Accra
Nov–Mar is driest; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Jul brings heavy rain and floods, Sep–Oct a lighter season. Dec is busiest for diaspora visitors.
Accra weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan30°22 mm
- Feb30°44 mm
- Mar30°104 mm
- Apr29°134 mm
- May28°196 mm
- Jun27°197 mm
- Jul26°91 mm
- Aug26°40 mm
- Sep27°102 mm
- Oct28°148 mm
- Nov29°64 mm
- Dec30°25 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C85°F | 25°C77°F | 22 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 30°C86°F | 26°C78°F | 44 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| March | 30°C85°F | 26°C79°F | 104 mm | 83% | Pleasant |
| April | 29°C84°F | 26°C79°F | 134 mm | 85% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C83°F | 26°C79°F | 196 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| June | 27°C81°F | 25°C76°F | 197 mm | 88% | Rainy |
| July | 26°C79°F | 23°C74°F | 91 mm | 89% | Pleasant |
| August | 26°C78°F | 22°C72°F | 40 mm | 89% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C80°F | 23°C74°F | 102 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| October | 28°C82°F | 25°C76°F | 148 mm | 87% | Pleasant |
| November | 29°C83°F | 25°C78°F | 64 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| December | 30°C85°F | 25°C78°F | 25 mm | 80% | Pleasant |
Best months across Ghana
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Accra | Nov–Mar | Feb (30°C) |
| Cape Coast | Nov–Mar | Feb (30°C) |
| Kumasi | Nov–Mar | Feb (33°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Accra?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is driest; Harmattan dust hazes Dec–Feb. Apr–Jul brings heavy rain and floods, Sep–Oct a lighter season. Dec is busiest for diaspora visitors.
When is the rainy season in Accra?
Rain peaks in June with about 197 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun.
What is the hottest month in Accra?
February, with average highs of 30°C (86°F).
How cold does Accra get?
The coolest nights are in August, averaging 22°C (72°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Ghana Tourism Authority
- Ghana Airports Company (Kotoka)
- Ghana Health Service
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.