Average Temperature in Accra, Ghana During July

Nov 09, 2025 0

Ghana, a vibrant country on the West coast of Africa, experiences a tropical climate characterized by high temperatures and humidity throughout the year. July falls within the wet season, bringing specific weather patterns that are important to understand for planning travel or activities.

The country's low altitude and proximity to the equator contribute to its consistently warm climate. Daytime temperatures are generally high, often approaching or exceeding 30°C (86°F), coupled with high humidity, typically above 80% along the coast.

Temperature in Accra During July

In Accra, the capital city, July experiences a slight respite from the intense heat of other months. The average daily high temperature decreases slightly, from 83°F (28°C) to 82°F (28°C). It rarely falls below 79°F (26°C) or exceeds 86°F (30°C).

Daily low temperatures are consistently around 75°F (24°C), rarely falling below 73°F (23°C) or exceeding 78°F (26°C). This results in a pleasantly warm and breezy feel during the day.

July is the coolest month of the year, with an average low of 75°F and a high of 82°F.

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Rainfall in July

July is characterized by a very rapid decrease in the chance of wet days. The month starts with a 52% chance of a wet day, decreasing to 18% by the end of the month. Accra experiences extreme seasonal variation in monthly rainfall.

The average sliding 31-day rainfall during July also decreases rapidly, starting at 4.5 inches and ending at 1.4 inches. This indicates a transition towards drier conditions as the month progresses.

The rainiest month in the south is June. From mid-July to mid-September, the rains decrease a bit, and then they resume from mid-September to early November.

Cloud Cover

Accra experiences significant seasonal variation in the percentage of sky covered by clouds. The month of July in Accra experiences gradually decreasing cloud cover, with the percentage of time that the sky is overcast or mostly cloudy decreasing from 62% to 56%.

The clearest day of the month is July 28, with clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy conditions 45% of the time. The clearer part of the year in Accra begins around June 27 and lasts for 7.5 months, ending around February 11.

Humidity

Accra experiences some seasonal variation in the perceived humidity. The muggier period of the year lasts for 11 months, from January 25 to December 29, during which time the comfort level is muggy, oppressive, or miserable at least 92% of the time.

The chance that a given day will be muggy in Accra is essentially constant during July, remaining around 100% throughout.

This bar chart is a visual representation of the change in temperature in the past 100+ years. Each stripe represents the temperature averaged over a year.

Wind Conditions

The average hourly wind speed in Accra is essentially constant during July, remaining within 0.1 miles per hour of 8.3 miles per hour throughout.

The hourly average wind direction in Accra throughout July is predominantly from the south, with a peak proportion of 74% on July 1. The windier part of the year lasts for 4.3 months, from June 1 to October 12, with average wind speeds of more than 7.1 miles per hour.

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Sea Temperature

The average surface water temperature in Accra is gradually decreasing during July, falling by 4°F, from 78°F to 74°F, over the course of the month. The time of year with cooler water lasts for 1.9 months, from July 16 to September 14, with an average temperature below 76°F.

Additional Factors

Daylight: The length of the day in Accra is essentially constant during July. The shortest day of the month is July 31, with 12 hours, 22 minutes of daylight, and the longest day is July 1, with 12 hours, 26 minutes of daylight.
Tourism: Based on the beach/pool score, the best times of year to visit Accra for hot-weather activities are from early July to late September and from late December to mid January, with a peak score in the first week of August.
Coordinates: For the purposes of this report, the geographical coordinates of Accra are 5.556 deg latitude, -0.197 deg longitude, and 108 ft elevation.

Average Weather Conditions in Accra in July

Here is a table summarizing the average weather conditions in Accra during July:

Weather Factor	Average Value
Daily High Temperature	82°F (28°C)
Daily Low Temperature	75°F (24°C)
Chance of a Wet Day	35%
Rainfall	1.4 to 4.5 inches
Cloud Cover	56% to 62%
Wind Speed	8.3 mph
Sea Temperature	74°F to 78°F
Daylight	12 hours, 22-26 minutes

In conclusion, the wet weather briefly relents in southern Ghana in July. The north remains sodden, but with temperatures falling to the low 30s°C travel here is not an unattractive prospect. July in Accra presents a warm and humid climate with decreasing rainfall and relatively constant temperatures, making it a potentially favorable time for certain outdoor activities.