Planning a journey to Ghana this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This article provides a detailed overview of Ghana's weather in September, covering temperature, rainfall, humidity, and wind conditions. Use this information to pack appropriately and plan your activities.
Overview of Ghana's Climate
Located on the Gulf of Guinea, Ghana experiences a tropical climate. The climate varies from region to region. A dry desert wind, Harmattan, affects the weather in northern Ghana, turning the days during the dry season hotter and nights cooler. The west coast experiences the highest annual rainfall.
In Ghana, the climate is tropical, hot all year round, with a dry season in winter and a rainy season in summer due to the African monsoon. The rainy season lasts from May to September in the north, from April to October in the center, and from April to November in the south.
Temperature in September
In September, temperatures in Ghana vary from warm in Akwida at 27°C to very warm in Navrongo at 31°C. The average daily temperatures in Ghana during September have been around +81°F. The temperature rarely varies more than seven degrees between the different parts, with the highest temperature at +81°F in Accra.
Here's a more detailed look at temperatures in Accra during September:
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- Average maximum temperature: +81°F
- Average minimum temperature: +75°F
- Highest monthly temperature: +82°F
- Lowest monthly temperature: +73°F
The average temperature in Accra in September typically ranges from a high of 82°F (28°C) to a low of 74°F (23°C). The hottest month in Accra, February, has days with highs of 89°F (31°C) and lows of 78°F (26°C). The coldest month, August, has days with highs of 81°F (27°C) and lows of 72°F (22°C).
Here's a table of average temperatures in Accra:
| Month | Min Temp (°C) | Max Temp (°C) | Mean Temp (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.8 | 32.4 | 28.6 |
| February | 25.6 | 32.6 | 29.1 |
| March | 25.6 | 33.0 | 29.3 |
| April | 25.5 | 32.5 | 29.0 |
| May | 24.9 | 31.8 | 28.3 |
| June | 24.1 | 29.8 | 27.0 |
| July | 23.6 | 28.5 | 26.1 |
| August | 23.1 | 28.2 | 25.7 |
| September | 23.7 | 29.6 | 26.7 |
| October | 24.0 | 30.8 | 27.4 |
| November | 24.7 | 31.9 | 28.3 |
| December | 25.0 | 32.3 | 28.6 |
Rainfall in September
In Accra in September, there's a 38% chance of rain on an average day. On the average day it rains or snows, we get 0.61 in (15.4 mm) of precipitation, which some would describe as moderate rain. September tends to be an extremely humid month with 83% humidity and 53 mm rainfall.
Here's a comparison of rainfall in Accra by month:
- Wettest month: June (59% chance of precipitation, 0.23 in / 5.8 mm)
- Driest month: January (11% chance of precipitation, 0.19 in / 4.8 mm)
Precipitation amounts to 740 millimeters per year. It ranges from 10 millimeters in the driest month (January) to 175 millimeters in the wettest one (June).
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Humidity in September
July has the highest relative humidity at 88%, and January is the least humid at 73%.The humidity in September ranges between 86% in Accra. September tends to be an extremely humid month with 83% humidity and 53 mm rainfall. The average amount of time that the sky is clear or sunny (partly cloudy or less) in Accra during September is 8.0 hours (33% of the day).
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Wind Conditions in September
Historically, the wind in Accra during September blows at an average speed of 10.6 mph (17.1 kph). The windiest month is August with an average wind speed of 11.7 mph (18.7 kph), while the calmest month is November with an average wind speed of 7.8 mph (12.5 kph). September tends to offer light winds averaging 4 m/s.
What to Wear in September
With an average high of 82°F (28°C) and a low of 74°F (23°C), it generally feels very warm and breezy. There might also be a small chance of rain.
Here's some advice on what to pack:
- For light showers, bring an umbrella or a thin and light rain cape.
- Shorts, shorter skirts or dresses, tank tops, and t-shirts are ideal for the warm weather.
Additional Tips for Traveling to Ghana in September
Activities, weather, and clothing are closely linked. Pack only what you really need so you don't have to worry about heavy packing or paying extra baggage fees. Bathing and sunbathing can be suitable. Warm (but not hot) days are also good for activities that are not so physically demanding: sightseeing on foot, by boat, on a scooter, camel riding. You can also exercise easily as long as you make sure to cool down and quench thirst.
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Climate Change in Ghana
Climate change in Ghana is having significant impacts on the people of Ghana. Climate change is expected worsen Ghana's water security problems, and this will have socioeconomic consequences. Agriculture and access to safe and reliable drinking water will be impacted. Reduced water supply will have a negative impact on hydropower, which provides 54% of the country's electricity capacity.
Climate change is expected to have different impacts across the country. The north of the country, which has a typically hot and dry climate, will become hotter and wetter, and increasing rainfall variability is expected to decrease crop yields, which could drive poverty and migration. Ghana signed the Paris Climate Agreement in 2016.
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