Central weather
Today's sky, the hour-by-hour rain chance and the 16-day forecast for Central, Ghana. Like most weather services, we show Central at one spot: Cape Coast, its largest city. At 9:45 PM local time it was clear and 27°C (80°F). Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out. Best months for weather: Aug, Nov–Feb.
Current conditions
- Clouds
- 12%
- Chance of rain
- 0%
- Rain
- 0.0 mm/h
Hourly Forecast
Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out
Daily Forecast
Best Time to Visit
Peak season Aug, Nov–FebOff season May–Jun
About Cape Coast weather
Is it raining in Cape Coast right now?
No. It’s clear and 27° right now. Light rain for 1 of the next 24 hours (under 1 mm/h, 0.1 mm total) — cloudy, but fine to be out.
What’s the weather like in Cape Coast this week?
Over the next 7 days, expect highs of 30–31° and lows of 24–25°. Rain is likely on 6 of 7 days (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday). The driest day looks like Saturday.
Has it been raining in Cape Coast lately?
In the past 7 days, Cape Coast had 5 rainy days and 21.2 mm of rain in total.
What should I pack for Cape Coast?
For the coming week, bring an umbrella or rain jacket, light, breathable clothes and sunscreen.
Central weather by month
When is the best time to visit Central?
Based on weather alone, the best time to visit Central is Aug, Nov–Feb, according to NASA's 2001–2025 climate averages. May–Jun tends to be the least pleasant. Average highs run from 26°C (78°F) in August to 30°C (85°F) in February.
What is the rainiest month in Central?
June is the wettest month, with about 259 mm (10.2 in) of rain on average. January is the driest, with about 33 mm (1.3 in).
What is the hottest month in Central?
February is the warmest, with average highs of 30°C (85°F) and lows of 26°C (78°F). August is the coolest, with highs of 26°C (78°F) and lows of 23°C (73°F).
Does Central have a rainy season?
Yes. Apr–Jun, Oct is the rainy season (150 mm or more a month), while Aug, Dec–Feb is usually dry (under 60 mm).
How warm is the sea in Central?
The sea is warmest in May at about 29°C (84°F) and coolest in August at about 23°C (73°F). It is comfortable for swimming (22°C or more) in Year-round.
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis for Cape Coast), sea temperature from Open-Meteo Marine, forecast and current conditions from Open-Meteo. Page updated . How we rate months
Compare places in Central
Weather can differ a lot within Central: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | Best months | Rainy months | Highs | Rain a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coast | Aug, Nov–Feb | Apr–Jun, Oct | 26–30°C | 1,406 mm |
| Twifu Praso | Aug, Dec–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–32°C | 1,431 mm |
| Kasoa | Aug, Nov–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–31°C | 1,308 mm |
| Winneba | Aug, Nov–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–31°C | 1,308 mm |
| Buduburam | Aug, Nov–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–31°C | 1,308 mm |
| Swedru | Aug, Nov–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–31°C | 1,308 mm |
| Dunkwa | Dec–Jan | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | 28–33°C | 1,558 mm |
| Mankesim | Aug, Dec–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–32°C | 1,431 mm |
| Assin Foso | Aug, Dec–Feb | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | 27–33°C | 1,560 mm |
| Elmina | Aug, Nov–Feb | Apr–Jun, Oct | 26–30°C | 1,406 mm |
| Saltpond | Aug, Nov–Feb | Apr–Jun, Oct | 26–30°C | 1,406 mm |
| Apam | Aug, Nov–Feb | May–Jun, Oct | 27–31°C | 1,308 mm |