City in Ashanti, Ghana
Kumasi weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Kumasi
Nov–Mar is the dry season, with Harmattan dust Dec–Feb. Apr–Jul and Sep–Oct bring heavy rain; the Akwasidae festival days are good any time of year.
Kumasi weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan32°18 mm
- Feb33°49 mm
- Mar32°116 mm
- Apr31°124 mm
- May30°173 mm
- Jun28°222 mm
- Jul27°140 mm
- Aug28°83 mm
- Sep28°170 mm
- Oct28°232 mm
- Nov29°93 mm
- Dec31°21 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°C90°F | 19°C67°F | 18 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| February | 33°C92°F | 22°C71°F | 49 mm | 66% | Hot |
| March | 32°C89°F | 22°C72°F | 116 mm | 76% | Hot & humid |
| April | 31°C87°F | 22°C72°F | 124 mm | 81% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C85°F | 22°C72°F | 173 mm | 85% | Rainy |
| June | 28°C82°F | 21°C71°F | 222 mm | 89% | Rainy |
| July | 27°C81°F | 20°C69°F | 140 mm | 88% | Pleasant |
| August | 28°C82°F | 20°C68°F | 83 mm | 86% | Pleasant |
| September | 28°C83°F | 21°C69°F | 170 mm | 86% | Rainy |
| October | 28°C83°F | 21°C70°F | 232 mm | 87% | Rainy |
| November | 29°C85°F | 21°C70°F | 93 mm | 84% | Pleasant |
| December | 31°C87°F | 20°C68°F | 21 mm | 73% | 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 Kumasi?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is the dry season, with Harmattan dust Dec–Feb. Apr–Jul and Sep–Oct bring heavy rain; the Akwasidae festival days are good any time of year.
When is the rainy season in Kumasi?
Rain peaks in October with about 232 mm. Months with 150 mm or more: May–Jun, Sep–Oct.
What is the hottest month in Kumasi?
February, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Kumasi get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 19°C (67°F).
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Sources
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 Spotted something out of date?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.