Accra & the Cape Coast
Slave-trade forts on the coast that hold the hardest history honestly, palm-lined beaches with drumming circles at sunset, and a warmth of welcome the whole region is known for.
The best time to visit Accra & the Cape Coast is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (87°F). Local time there is 23:47 (UTC).
Good for
In season
The year at a glance
January · high 87°F · rain 0.6in · 11.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C87°F | 14mm0.6in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 31°C88°F | 19mm0.7in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| March | 31°C87°F | 41mm1.6in | 12.1h12.1h | in the recommended window |
| April | 31°C87°F | 76mm3.0in | 12.2h12.2h | |
| May | 30°C86°F | 125mm4.9in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| June | 28°C82°F | 193mm7.6in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| July | 27°C80°F | 75mm3.0in | 12.4h12.4h | |
| August | 27°C80°F | 58mm2.3in | 12.3h12.3h | |
| September | 27°C81°F | 84mm3.3in | 12.1h12.1h | |
| October | 28°C83°F | 127mm5.0in | 12.0h12.0h | |
| November | 30°C85°F | 57mm2.2in | 11.9h11.9h | in the recommended window |
| December | 31°C87°F | 20mm0.8in | 11.8h11.8h | in the recommended window |
Good to know
- Currency
- GHS · Ghana cedi
- Language
- English
- Plug
- G
- Driving
- on the right
United States: Type A, B at home, you will need an adapter. 230 V there, 120 V at home: check your charger says 100-240 V.
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When is the best time to visit Accra & the Cape Coast?
The best time to visit Accra & the Cape Coast is Nov–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 31°C (87°F).
How warm does Accra & the Cape Coast get?
Typical daytime highs in Accra & the Cape Coast are Mar–May 30°C (87°F), Jun–Aug 27°C (81°F), Sep–Nov 29°C (83°F), Dec–Feb 31°C (87°F).
Is Accra & the Cape Coast expensive?
On the ground, Accra & the Cape Coast is budget-friendly.
What sort of trip is Accra & the Cape Coast good for?
Accra & the Cape Coast is good for old stones and real towns, sunshine and salt water, an unhurried pace, landscape doing the heavy lifting.
