Elmina, Ghana experiences average highs of 29°C (84°F) and lows of 25°C (77°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 20 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Elmina, Ghana Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Elmina, Ghana. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: May–Nov At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
4.1/10
Best: July, August
UV Index
8
High
Temperature 29°C / 25°C
Feels Like 35°C / 29°C
Rainy Days 20
Rainfall 115 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 86%
Wind Speed 13 km/h
Dew Point 24°C
Hottest Month
31°C
February
Avg Low26°C
Rain12days
Coldest Month
23°C
August
Avg High27°C
Rain17days
Driest Month
9days
January
Avg High30°C
Avg Low25°C
Windiest Month
15 km/h
August (Gusts 33)
Sea Temperature
24°C – 30°C
Warmest water: May (
29.8°C
)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding March, April, May, November due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 05:55
Daylight 12.4h
Sunset 18:20
Live conditions—
Elmina on the map · live conditions
Elmina, Ghana
- Continent
- Africa
- Country
- Ghana
- City
- Elmina
- Population
- 34.4K
- Coordinates
- 5.08°, -1.35°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 27°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 22 days/mo
2/3 best months
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 28°C
Avg Low 24°C
Rain 25 days/mo
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 30°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 12 days/mo
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 30°C / 25°C . Feb: 31°C / 26°C . Mar: 30°C / 26°C . Apr: 30°C / 26°C . May: 29°C / 25°C . Jun: 28°C / 24°C . Jul: 27°C / 24°C . Aug: 27°C / 23°C . Sep: 27°C / 24°C . Oct: 28°C / 24°C . Nov: 29°C / 25°C . Dec: 30°C / 25°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 30 mm. Feb: 44 mm. Mar: 91 mm. Apr: 101 mm. May: 250 mm. Jun: 260 mm. Jul: 102 mm. Aug: 74 mm. Sep: 123 mm. Oct: 162 mm. Nov: 90 mm. Dec: 48 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 83%. Feb: 84%. Mar: 85%. Apr: 84%. May: 87%. Jun: 88%. Jul: 87%. Aug: 87%. Sep: 88%. Oct: 87%. Nov: 86%. Dec: 84%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 13 km/h . Feb: 14 km/h . Mar: 14 km/h . Apr: 13 km/h . May: 12 km/h . Jun: 13 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 15 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 12 km/h . Nov: 11 km/h . Dec: 11 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 11h. Feb: 11h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 10h. May: 10h. Jun: 8h. Jul: 9h. Aug: 9h. Sep: 9h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 10h. Dec: 10h.
Sea Temperature
Sea Temperatureswim
Line chart showing monthly sea temperature. Jan: 28°C . Feb: 28°C . Mar: 28°C . Apr: 29°C . May: 30°C . Jun: 27°C . Jul: 24°C . Aug: 24°C . Sep: 25°C . Oct: 28°C . Nov: 29°C . Dec: 29°C .
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 8. Feb: UV 9. Mar: UV 9. Apr: UV 9. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 7. Jul: UV 7. Aug: UV 7. Sep: UV 8. Oct: UV 8. Nov: UV 8. Dec: UV 8.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall has remained broadly steady.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jan 2025 · 31°C | Feb · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Aug 2025 · 23°C | Aug · 23°C |
| Wettest month | Jun 2025 · 304 mm | Jun · 260 mm |
| Windiest month | Jul 2025 · 15 km/h | Aug · 15 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Poor 
February
Poor March
Wet April
Wet May
Wet June
Wet July best
Wet August best
Good September
Wet October
Wet November
Wet December
Poor | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 9days (30 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 83% Humid | 8.2 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| February | 31°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 12days (44 mm) Wet | 10.5h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
| March | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 19days (91 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 85% Humid | 8.6 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| April | 30°C / 26°C | 37°C / 31°C | 20days (101 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8.5 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 25°C | 35°C / 30°C | 27days (250 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| June | 28°C / 24°C | 33°C / 28°C | 26days (260 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.1 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July best | 27°C / 24°C | 31°C / 27°C | 22days (102 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.9 High | Wet | View Details |
| August best | 27°C / 23°C | 30°C / 27°C | 17days (74 mm) Wet | 8.7h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 6.8 High | Good | View Details |
| September | 27°C / 24°C | 32°C / 27°C | 24days (123 mm) Wet | 9.2h Good | 88% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| October | 28°C / 24°C | 34°C / 29°C | 28days (162 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 87% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| November | 29°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 22days (90 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 86% Very Muggy | 7.8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| December | 30°C / 25°C | 36°C / 30°C | 14days (48 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 84% Humid | 7.7 Very High | Poor | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Elmina are July, August, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Elmina, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Elmina is February, with average daytime highs of 31°C (87°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Elmina is August, with average overnight lows of 23°C (74°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Elmina is June, averaging 260mm of precipitation across 26 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Elmina runs through October, May, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in October. Based on 10-year averages for Elmina.
Elmina receives approximately 117 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is January with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Elmina.
The least favorable months to visit Elmina are March, April, May, November, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider July, August instead.
The annual average UV index in Elmina is 8, classified as high. SPF 30+ sunscreen, sunglasses, and seeking shade between 10:00–16:00 are strongly recommended.
Average humidity in Elmina is 86%, classified as humid. High humidity makes warm temperatures feel significantly hotter — lightweight, breathable clothing is recommended.
Yes — sea temperatures in January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December average 27°C (81°F), which is warm and comfortable for swimming and water activities.
Average wind speeds in Elmina are 13 km/h (8 mph). The windiest month is August with peak winds reaching 15 km/h (9 mph) (gusts up to 33 km/h / 21 mph).
Elmina averages 1 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 68%. The clearest skies occur in December.
The annual average dew point in Elmina is 24°C (75°F), which feels oppressively humid. Expect heavy perspiration during warmer months — stay hydrated and take breaks in air-conditioned spaces.
Elmina has a Tropical Monsoon climate, classified as Am under the Köppen system. Tropical climates are warm year-round with high rainfall and temperatures rarely dropping below 18°C (64°F).
The 'feels like' temperature in Elmina ranges from 29°C (84°F) to 35°C (95°F) on average. Humidity and radiant heat mean it often feels warmer than the thermometer reads, especially in summer months.
June is not the best time to visit Elmina, with a climate score of 5.1/10. Consider visiting during July, August instead for better conditions.
For June in Elmina, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 28°C (82°F) and 26 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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