Climate Insights for Sekondi-Takoradi

Sekondi Takoradi Metropolitan District, Western Region, Ghana

Hottest
April
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
August
23°C low74°F low
Wettest
June
304 mm rain12 in rain
Best to Visit
August
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Sekondi-Takoradi is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,450 mm of precipitation falls per year. Sekondi-Takoradi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sekondi-Takoradi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Sekondi-Takoradi is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 57.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Sekondi-Takoradi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Sekondi-Takoradi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°FebMax: 30°Average: 28°Min: 26°MarMax: 30°Average: 28°Min: 26°AprMax: 30°Average: 28°Min: 26°MayMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 25°JunMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 25°JulMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°AugMax: 26°Average: 24°Min: 23°SepMax: 27°Average: 25°Min: 24°OctMax: 28°Average: 26°Min: 24°NovMax: 29°Average: 27°Min: 25°DecMax: 30°Average: 27°Min: 25°
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0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°FFebMax: 86°FAverage: 82°FMin: 78°FMarMax: 86°FAverage: 82°FMin: 78°FAprMax: 86°FAverage: 82°FMin: 78°FMayMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 78°FJunMax: 82°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FJulMax: 80°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FAugMax: 79°FAverage: 76°FMin: 74°FSepMax: 81°FAverage: 77°FMin: 75°FOctMax: 83°FAverage: 79°FMin: 76°FNovMax: 85°FAverage: 80°FMin: 77°FDecMax: 85°FAverage: 81°FMin: 77°F
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Sekondi-Takoradi has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 7°C range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 23°C and an average of 24°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 4°C between highs and lows.Sekondi-Takoradi has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 12°F range. The warmest month is April, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 82°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 74°F and an average of 76°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°F between highs and lows.

Precipitation

0mm50mm100mm150mm200mm250mm300mm350mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 34mmFebPrecipitation: 44mmMarPrecipitation: 78mmAprPrecipitation: 94mmMayPrecipitation: 254mmJunPrecipitation: 304mmJulPrecipitation: 127mmAugPrecipitation: 75mmSepPrecipitation: 118mmOctPrecipitation: 165mmNovPrecipitation: 99mmDecPrecipitation: 58mm
Precipitation
0in2in4in6in8in10in12inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.3inFebPrecipitation: 1.7inMarPrecipitation: 3.1inAprPrecipitation: 3.7inMayPrecipitation: 10inJunPrecipitation: 12inJulPrecipitation: 5inAugPrecipitation: 2.9inSepPrecipitation: 4.7inOctPrecipitation: 6.5inNovPrecipitation: 3.9inDecPrecipitation: 2.3in
Precipitation

Sekondi-Takoradi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,450 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 121 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 304 mm of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 34 mm. That's 270 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.Sekondi-Takoradi is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 57.1 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 12 in of rainfall. May and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 1.3 in. That's 10.6 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

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 9km/hFebWind Speed: 10km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 10km/hMayWind Speed: 9km/hJunWind Speed: 10km/hJulWind Speed: 11km/hAugWind Speed: 11km/hSepWind Speed: 10km/hOctWind Speed: 9km/hNovWind Speed: 8km/hDecWind Speed: 8km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 6mphFebWind Speed: 6mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 6mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 6mphJulWind Speed: 7mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 6mphOctWind Speed: 6mphNovWind Speed: 5mphDecWind Speed: 5mph
Wind Speed

Sekondi-Takoradi is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 10km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 11km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 8km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.Sekondi-Takoradi is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 6mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is August, averaging 7mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in December, with average winds dropping to 5mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2mph gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan27°81°F
Feb28°82°F
Mar28°82°F
Apr28°82°F
May27°81°F
Jun26°79°F
Jul25°77°F
Aug24°76°F
Sep25°77°F
Oct26°79°F
Nov27°80°F
Dec27°81°F

The best time to visit Sekondi-Takoradi is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 24°C with modest rainfall averaging 75 mm per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 30°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Sekondi-Takoradi is during August, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 76°F with modest rainfall averaging 3 in per month. By contrast, April can be uncomfortably hot with temperatures reaching 86°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Sekondi-Takoradi 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 Sekondi-Takoradi 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
25 °C77 °F
30 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
34 mm1.3 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
26 °C78 °F
30 °C86 °F
10 km/h6 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
26 °C78 °F
30 °C86 °F
11 km/h7 mph
78 mm3.1 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
26 °C78 °F
30 °C86 °F
10 km/h6 mph
94 mm3.7 in
0 cm0 in
May
25 °C78 °F
29 °C85 °F
9 km/h6 mph
254 mm10 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
25 °C76 °F
28 °C82 °F
10 km/h6 mph
304 mm12 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
24 °C75 °F
27 °C80 °F
11 km/h7 mph
127 mm5 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
23 °C74 °F
26 °C79 °F
11 km/h7 mph
75 mm2.9 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
24 °C75 °F
27 °C81 °F
10 km/h6 mph
118 mm4.7 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
24 °C76 °F
28 °C83 °F
9 km/h6 mph
165 mm6.5 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
25 °C77 °F
29 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
99 mm3.9 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
25 °C77 °F
30 °C85 °F
8 km/h5 mph
58 mm2.3 in
0 cm0 in