July could be a good time to visit Accra, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +27°C, and there are typically 0 sunny days in July. However, expect about 20 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 61 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
☀️
+27°C
Avg. max. temperature
+21°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
61 mm
Total precipitation
85%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
0 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
20 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Accra has OK weather in July.
Average temperature in Accra in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Accra for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in July is +28°C with a maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +24°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 17% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +28°C to +27°C.
Is Accra warm or cold in July?
Accra is typically warm in July.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +28°C to +27°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +24°C to +24°C.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
July is one of the coolest months in Accra, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Accra in July
Water in Accra in July is Comfortable. It varies from +23°C to +27°C, with an average of +25°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +27°C.
The water temperature in July is one of the coldest 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 July?
The water in Accra in July is pretty comfortable (+25°C in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in Accra in July
Accra weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+28°C
+27°C
+26°C
Min. temperature
+22°C
+21°C
+21°C
Max. temperature
+33°C
+30°C
+30°C
Rainfall
171 mm
61 mm
30 mm
Wind
3 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+27°C
+25°C
+24°C
Humidity
84%
85%
86%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
0
0
1
Cloudy days
2
10
14
Rainy days
22
20
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.It’s getting colder in July. From +28°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +27°C.As July arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 171 mm to 61 mm.Humidity rises from 84% to 85%.Winds are stronger in comparison to June, going up from 3 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 0 sunny days during the month.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Accra in July 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 July, going from 4 m/s to 6 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Accra based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 64 mm, with a 58% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 18 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
July is one of the rainiest months in Accra, here is a comparison with other months, 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 July in Accra?
This is the weather in Accra in July 2023:
1 July
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+28°C
2 July
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+29°C
3 July
🌧️
+28°C
4 July
☀️
+29°C
5 July
☀️
+30°C
6 July
☁️
+28°C
7 July
☁️
+29°C
8 July
☁️
+28°C
9 July
🌧️
+28°C
10 July
🌧️
+28°C
11 July
☁️
+27°C
12 July
🌧️
+26°C
13 July
☀️
+28°C
14 July
☀️
+29°C
15 July
☀️
+29°C
16 July
🌧️
+29°C
17 July
🌧️
+29°C
18 July
🌧️
+29°C
19 July
☁️
+29°C
20 July
☁️
+28°C
21 July
☁️
+28°C
22 July
🌧️
+26°C
23 July
🌧️
+27°C
24 July
☁️
+28°C
25 July
☁️
+27°C
26 July
🌧️
+28°C
27 July
☁️
+27°C
28 July
🌧️
+27°C
29 July
☁️
+27°C
30 July
☁️
+28°C
31 July
☁️
+27°C
In July 2023 Accra had 5 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +28°C, with an absolute maximum of +30°C and a minimum of +26°C. The average humidity was 89%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 80%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years
This is how Accra climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Accra in July 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 July:
Is July a good time to visit Accra?
It’s always a good time to visit Accra, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Accra in July?
July is warm in Accra. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Accra in July?
Yes, the water temperature in Accra in July is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +25°C.
Is Accra rainy in July?
Accra is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Accra in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Accra in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
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.