Climate Insights for Takoradi
Sekondi Takoradi Metropolitan District, Western Region, Ghana
Climate Overview
The climate in Takoradi is hot. The average annual temperature is 27°C and approximately 1,450 mm of precipitation falls per year. Takoradi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Takoradi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Takoradi is hot. The average annual temperature is 80°F and approximately 57.1 in of precipitation falls per year. Takoradi receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Takoradi sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
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.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
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.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
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.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
The best time to visit 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 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 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 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.