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Accra in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Accra in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Accra in April 2025

Good Weather
Hot
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Very warm water
Weather for Accra in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +31°C during the day, and approximately 2 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 15 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 46 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • April is usually the hottest month of the year in Accra;

Average weather

☀️
+31°C
Avg. max. temperature
+23°C
Min.
+34°C
Max.
46 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
2 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Accra has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Accra in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Accra for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +32°C with a maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +25°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +32°C to +31°C.

Is Accra warm or cold in April?

Accra is typically hot in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +31°C to +31°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +26°C to +26°C.

Make sure that you pack your summer linen and swimming costumes; it’s probably going to be hot.

April is the hottest month in Accra, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Accra in April

Water in Accra in April is Very warm. It varies from +27°C to +30°C, with an average of +28°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +31°C.

The water temperature in April is one of the warmest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Accra are reached in May, when the average sea temperature rises to +29°C. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +24°C.

Can you swim in Accra in April?

You can definitely swim in Accra in April, the water is very warm (+28°C in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!

Climate in Accra in April

Accra weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+31°C+31°C+30°C
Min. temperature
+23°C+23°C+23°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+34°C+34°C
Rainfall
29 mm46 mm120 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+28°C+28°C+29°C
Humidity
81%81%82%
Air pressure
1009 HPa1009 HPa1010 HPa
Sunny days
321
Cloudy days
1172
Rainy days
131519
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. The temperature levels stay the same in the area of +31°C for average maximum temperature during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 29 mm to 46 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 81%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 3 sunny days in March to 2 in April.

Next month (May) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Accra in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Accra is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Accra based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 35 mm, with a 47% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 7 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Accra wettest month is June, where a typical day has a 73% chance of precipitation and 171 mm of rainfall per day. January, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 26% chance of precipitation and 9 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last April in Accra?

This is the weather in Accra in April 2023:
1 April
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+32°C
2 April
☀️
+33°C
3 April
☀️
+31°C
4 April
☀️
+32°C
5 April
☀️
+32°C
6 April
☀️
+33°C
7 April
☀️
+32°C
8 April
☀️
+33°C
9 April
☀️
+31°C
10 April
☀️
+32°C
11 April
☁️
+31°C
12 April
☀️
+32°C
13 April
☀️
+32°C
14 April
☀️
+32°C
15 April
☁️
+32°C
16 April
☀️
+32°C
17 April
☀️
+31°C
18 April
☀️
+31°C
19 April
☀️
+33°C
20 April
☀️
+32°C
21 April
☀️
+33°C
22 April
🌧️
+32°C
23 April
☀️
+32°C
24 April
☀️
+31°C
25 April
☀️
+32°C
26 April
☀️
+31°C
27 April
☀️
+32°C
28 April
☀️
+30°C
29 April
☀️
+31°C
30 April
☁️
+31°C
In April 2023 Accra had 26 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +32°C, with an absolute maximum of +33°C and a minimum of +30°C. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 71%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Accra climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Accra in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+28°C) and the highest in 2020 (+31°C). The driest year was 1998 with only 285 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1987 with 1108 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Accra in April:

Is April a good time to visit Accra?

April is a really good time to go to Accra. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Accra.

Can you sunbathe in Accra in April?

Absolutely, April is hot in Accra. Plan on beach and pool time, and ensure that you pack light and breathable options to stay comfortable.

Can you swim in Accra in April?

Yes, you can swim in Accra in April, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +28°C, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.

Is Accra rainy in April?

Accra is usually dry in April. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Accra in April?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Accra in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

Monthly weather in Accra

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Accra, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.