The month in detail
What to expect in May
In May, Accra sees 86°F during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Expect rain on 27% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. August (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 9 out of 12 months in Accra. Compared to April: −2°F daytime, 11 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Sea
30°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.3h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 22
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Accra is August (8.3/10), 2.8 pts higher than May.
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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 · 90°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 81°F
🌧️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 81°F highs, 73°F 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 73°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Accra good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Accra scores 5.7/10 on average — Acceptable 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 May?
In May, the sea averages 86°F in Accra: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Accra in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Accra (very high), with about 12.3h of daylight. Protection essential.