Weather in Accra
What's the weather like in Accra?
Accra has warm year-round and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 31°C (88°F) in January to 27°C (80°F) in July, with overnight lows around 24°C (76°F) and 23°C (74°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Accra are June through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇬🇭 Ghana
- Region
- Africa
- Time zone
- Africa/Accra
- Coordinates
- 5.604, -0.187
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 76°F | 22 mm | 18 | — |
| February | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 77°F | 33 mm | 21 | — |
| March | 31°C / 88°F | 26°C / 78°F | 50 mm | 24 | — |
| April | 31°C / 88°F | 25°C / 78°F | 72 mm | 26 | — |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 133 mm | 29 | — |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 24°C / 75°F | 174 mm | 29 | — |
| July | 27°C / 80°F | 23°C / 74°F | 88 mm | 29 | — |
| August | 27°C / 80°F | 23°C / 73°F | 64 mm | 29 | — |
| September | 28°C / 82°F | 23°C / 74°F | 100 mm | 29 | — |
| October | 29°C / 84°F | 24°C / 75°F | 111 mm | 30 | — |
| November | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 76°F | 52 mm | 28 | — |
| December | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 76°F | 23 mm | 19 | — |
Accra by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Accra?
The most comfortable months in Accra are usually January, July, August, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Accra?
February is typically the hottest month in Accra, averaging a high of 31°C (88°F).
What is the coldest month in Accra?
August is usually the coldest, with average lows around 23°C (73°F).
Does it snow in Accra?
Snow is rare in Accra; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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