The month in detail
What to expect in October
October is peak dry season in Accra. The air is warm and humidity more bearable than in the rainy season. Rain risk remains low (18% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
October ranks 4 out of 12 months in Accra. Compared to September: +1.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
8 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
very humid
23°
Sea
27°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
11.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Accra is August (8.3/10), 2.4 pts higher than October.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Ghana
🗣️LanguageEnglish
💶CurrencyCedi ghanéen (₵)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeEquatorial tropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthFebruary · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 27°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 34%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘNone (equator)
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Location
Where is Accra ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
GhanaEquatorial tropical climate with a 8.3 → 5.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
5.56°N · 0.19°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Accra?
August is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 23.0°C lows, 4.7h of sunshine and 12.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Accra get in August?
Accra averages 4.7 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.9/10.
What is the rainiest month in Accra?
June is the most unfavourable month with June has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Accra in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 23.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Accra good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Accra scores 5.7/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 7.9/10.
When should you avoid Accra?
June is the most difficult month to visit Accra, with June has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Accra in October?
In October, the sea averages 27°C in Accra: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Accra in October?
The average UV index reaches 8 in October in Accra (high), with about 11.9h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.