Weather in July
July in
Ghana signals a short respite from the heavy rains in the southern parts of the country, a period often referred to as the "little dry season". However, the northern regions continue to experience their rainy season. Average temperatures in July typically range from 22°C (71.6°F) to 29°C (84.2°F), maintaining the tropical heat but with slightly reduced humidity in the southern regions.
In Accra, located on the coast, temperatures generally vary from 23°C (73.4°F) to 29°C (84.2°F). Rainfall during July significantly reduces compared to the previous months, although occasional showers can still occur. Kumasi, in the Ashanti region, experiences temperatures between 21°C (69.8°F) and 29°C (84.2°F). Similar to Accra, rainfall in Kumasi also decreases during July, providing a short break from the heavy rains.
Compared to
June, July experiences a noticeable reduction in rainfall in the south, giving way to drier conditions. However, the northern regions continue to experience their rainy season. As the country moves into
August, the southern regions prepare to enter the second rainy season, while the north continues with its rainy season.
- Accra - July »
In Accra, the month of July records an average minimum temperature of 23.8°C (74.8°F), a slight dip from the daily highs. In Accra, in July, the average water temperature is 24.8°C (76.6°F). - Kumasi - July »
In Kumasi during July, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 158mm (6.22") of precipitation. On the first day of July in Kumasi, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:25. - Sekondi-Takoradi - July »
In Sekondi-Takoradi, in July, the average water temperature is 25°C (77°F). July witnesses a significant drop in the amount of rainfall compared to the previous two months in Sekondi-Takoradi. - Tamale - July »
July, the wettest month in Tamale records a maximum rainfall of 93mm (3.66"). In Tamale during July, the rain falls for 20.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 93mm (3.66") of precipitation. - Ashaiman - July »
In Ashaiman in July, it is raining for 20.8 days, with typically 62mm (2.44") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of July in Ashaiman, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:17. - Cape Coast - July »
On the first day of July in Cape Coast, Ghana, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:21. On the last day of July, in Cape Coast, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21 GMT. - Obuasi - July »
As mid-year descends on Obuasi July serves as a turnaround month for weather conditions. On the last day of July, in Obuasi, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:24 GMT. - Tema - July »
In Tema, during July, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. In Tema, during July, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. - Madina - July »
In Madina in July, during 24 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Madina, Ghana, in July, during 24 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Koforidua - July »
July, recording an average high temperature of 28.7°C (83.7°F) and a low temperature of 21.6°C (70.9°F), is Koforidua's coldest month. In Koforidua in July, during 25.9 rainfall days, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. - Wa - July »
In July, the average heat index, which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 39°C (102.2°F). As the peak of the wet season, July experiences a notable increase in cloud cover and rainfall, tallying at 31.2°C (88.2°F) as well as a high relative humidity of 74%. - Ho - July »
On the last day of July, in Ho, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16 GMT. On the first day of July in Ho, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:17.