If you plan to visit Accra in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +86°F during the day and approximately 1 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 120 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+86°F
Avg. max. temperature
+73°F
Min.
+93°F
Max.
120 mm
Total precipitation
82%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
1 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Accra has OK weather in May.
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Average temperature in Accra in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Accra for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +91°F during the day to a minimum of +77°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +88°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +88°F to +88°F.
Is Accra warm or cold in May?
Accra is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +88°F to +86°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +79°F to +77°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Accra:
Water temperature in Accra in May
Water in Accra in May is Very warm. It varies from +82°F to +85°F, with an average of +84°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +86°F.
The water temperature in May 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 +84°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +75°F.
Can you swim in Accra in May?
You can definitely swim in Accra in May, the water is very warm (+84°F in average), and might even be unpleasant for ones who like it more fresh.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don't forget sunscreen and a hat, it's going to be hot!
Climate in Accra in May
Accra weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+88°F
+86°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+73°F
+73°F
+72°F
Max. temperature
+93°F
+93°F
+91°F
Rainfall
46 mm
120 mm
171 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+83°F
+84°F
+81°F
Humidity
81%
82%
84%
Air pressure
1009 HPa
1010 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
2
1
0
Cloudy days
7
2
2
Rainy days
15
19
22
Snowy days
0
0
0
May typically has worse weather conditions compared to April.It’s getting colder in May. From +88°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +86°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 46 mm to 120 mm.Humidity rises from 81% to 82%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 2 sunny days in April to 1 in May.
Wind speed in Accra in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Accra is gradually increasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Accra based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 106 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 14 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
May 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 May in Accra?
This is the weather in Accra in May 2023:
1 May
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+89°F
2 May
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+88°F
3 May
☀️
+88°F
4 May
☀️
+88°F
5 May
☀️
+89°F
6 May
☀️
+88°F
7 May
☀️
+88°F
8 May
☀️
+89°F
9 May
☀️
+91°F
10 May
☀️
+90°F
11 May
🌧️
+90°F
12 May
🌧️
+88°F
13 May
☀️
+89°F
14 May
🌧️
+90°F
15 May
☁️
+81°F
16 May
☀️
+89°F
17 May
☀️
+89°F
18 May
🌧️
+83°F
19 May
🌧️
+86°F
20 May
🌧️
+85°F
21 May
🌧️
+86°F
22 May
🌧️
+86°F
23 May
🌧️
+87°F
24 May
☀️
+88°F
25 May
☀️
+86°F
26 May
☀️
+89°F
27 May
☀️
+84°F
28 May
☁️
+85°F
29 May
🌧️
+84°F
30 May
☀️
+86°F
31 May
🌧️
+87°F
In May 2023 Accra had 18 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +88°F, with an absolute maximum of +91°F and a minimum of +81°F. The average humidity was 83%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 70%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Accra climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Accra in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+83°F) and the highest in 2020 (+87°F). 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 May:
Is May a good time to visit Accra?
It’s always a good time to visit Accra, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Accra in May?
May 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 May?
Yes, you can swim in Accra in May, the water is very warm, with temperature averaging at +84°F, but it's important to manage hydration and sun exposure.
Is Accra rainy in May?
Accra is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Accra in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Accra in May, 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.
