Monthly climate averages for Accra, Ghana. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
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Climate OverviewAccra, Ghana in May has hot conditions, with highs reaching 29.9°C (86°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Rain falls on about 18 days this month, totalling around 110 mm. Sea temperature reaches 29.2°C (85°F).
This month falls at the end of Spring.
Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 30°C (86°F).
May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 109 mm across the month.
The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 31°C (88°F).
Compared to April, this month is about 1°C cooler with 6 more rainy days.
Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)
Daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.
Rain most often builds later in the day, so mornings are typically the driest window and afternoon showers are more likely.
Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.
| Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 30°C | 5days (18 mm) Good | 10.6h Excellent | 79% Humid | 8.1 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 32°C / 26°C | 38°C / 31°C | 8days (31 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 31°C / 26°C | 38°C / 31°C | 12days (54 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| April | 31°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 12days (63 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| May | 30°C / 26°C | 36°C / 31°C | 18days (110 mm) Wet | 10.1h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 25°C | 33°C / 29°C | 22days (152 mm) Wet | 8.8h Good | 85% Humid | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 24°C | 31°C / 27°C | 18days (99 mm) Wet | 9.4h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.2 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 23°C | 31°C / 27°C | 15days (71 mm) Wet | 9.3h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.6 Very High | Good | View Details |
| September | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 28°C | 22days (131 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 86% Very Muggy | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 24°C | 35°C / 29°C | 23days (146 mm) Wet | 9.8h Good | 85% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 13days (53 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 82% Humid | 8 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| December | 31°C / 25°C | 37°C / 31°C | 7days (26 mm) Good | 10.4h Excellent | 79% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.
A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.
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