October weather forecast
Ghana

October in Ghana marks the end of the second rainy season in the southern regions and the transition into the dry season in the northern regions. Average temperatures during this month typically range between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31°C (87.8°F), with the tropical heat persisting but with decreasing humidity as the month progresses.

In Accra, on the coast, temperatures generally fluctuate between 24°C (75.2°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). Rainfall during October reduces substantially as the second rainy season ends, although occasional showers can still occur. Similarly, Kumasi, in the Ashanti region, experiences temperatures from 22°C (71.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). Rainfall in Kumasi also decreases during October, signaling the end of the rainy season.

Compared to September, October sees a considerable reduction in rainfall in the south, marking the transition to drier conditions. Conversely, the northern regions start experiencing drier conditions as their dry season sets in. As the country moves into November, the dry season establishes itself across the country, leading to a decrease in rainfall and relatively stable, warm temperatures.

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• Accra - October »
  In Accra in October, the average water temperature is 27°C (80.6°F). In Accra during October, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation.
• Kumasi - October »
  On the first day of October in Kumasi, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58. In Kumasi in October, it is raining for 17 days, with typically 153mm (6.02") of accumulated precipitation.
• Sekondi-Takoradi - October »
  On the last day of October, in Sekondi-Takoradi, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 17:49 GMT. Sekondi-Takoradi's weather in October indicates an average high-temperature of a still warm 29°C (84.2°F), nearly consistent with the 28°C (82.4°F) of September.
• Tamale - October »
  In Tamale, in October, during 12.5 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated. With the onset of October, Tamale's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a hot 30.5°C (86.9°F) in September to a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F).
• Ashaiman - October »
  On the first day of October in Ashaiman sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:52. Despite the increase in rainfall and lower wind speed, October remains a pleasant month to visit Ashaiman.
• Cape Coast - October »
  With October's arrival, Cape Coast notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28°C (82.4°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. On the last day of October, in Cape Coast, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 17:47 GMT.
• Obuasi - October »
  With the onset of October in Obuasi, the average high-temperature subtly transitions from a moderately hot 26°C (78.8°F) in September to a tropical 30°C (86°F). When are sunrise and sunset in October in Obuasi?
• Tema - October »
  In Tema in October, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. In Tema, in October, during 23.5 rainfall days, 96mm (3.78") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Madina - October »
  October represents a clear transition towards the dry season in Madina, with a visible reduction in rainfall to 100mm (3.94") and an average temperature increase to 29.1°C (84.4°F). The average relative humidity in October in Madina is 82%.
• Koforidua - October »
  On the first day of October in Koforidua sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 17:52. In Koforidua during October, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.
• Wa - October »
  The average heat index, which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in October is appraised at 45°C (113°F). October brings a noticeable shift in climate, characterized by dropping rainfall levels, a more significant temperature climb, and declining humidity.
• Ho - October »
  In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:49. On the first day of October, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:49.