Climate Insights for Aflao
Ketu South Municipal District, Volta Region, Ghana
Climate Overview
The climate in Aflao is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 854 mm of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 222 mm of rainfall. Aflao sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Aflao is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 33.6 in of precipitation falls per year. June is the wettest month, receiving around 8.8 in of rainfall. Aflao sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Aflao has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 5°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 29°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 24°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 1°C between highs and lows.Aflao has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 9°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 84°F and the mean temperature sits around 83°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 75°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 2°F between highs and lows.
Precipitation
Aflao is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 854 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 71 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 222 mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 9 mm. That's 214 mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.Aflao is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 33.6 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 2.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 8.7 in of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 0.4 in. That's 8.4 in less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
Aflao is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 18km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 21km/h, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 15km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 16km/h in winter, 19km/h in spring, 20km/h in summer, 17km/h in autumn.Aflao is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 11mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 13mph, which can feel quite blustery and may affect outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 9mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 4mph gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10mph in winter, 12mph in spring, 12mph in summer, 10mph in autumn.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit Aflao is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 25°C with modest rainfall averaging 65 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 29°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Aflao is during July and August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 2.6 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 84°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aflao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Aflao based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.