The weather in May in Ghana
It's hot in May in Ghana with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 31°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 26°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Ghana. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2022, Ghana reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 25°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 28°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 138 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Ghana
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Ghana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Ghana | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 32°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 138 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Ghana with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 26°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 33°C, with nights around 26°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Ghana is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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The climate in Ghana is based on weather data from Accra. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Ghana to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Ghana. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Ghana
Temperature in May in Ghana over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Ghana. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Ghana
Total precipitation in May in Ghana over the years
Daily UV index in May in Ghana
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Ghana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Ghana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Ghana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.