October weather forecast
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Weather in October

October in Ghana marks the end of the second rainy season in the southern regions and the transition into the dry season in the northern regions. Average temperatures during this month typically range between 23°C (73.4°F) and 31°C (87.8°F), with the tropical heat persisting but with decreasing humidity as the month progresses.

In Accra, on the coast, temperatures generally fluctuate between 24°C (75.2°F) to 31°C (87.8°F). Rainfall during October reduces substantially as the second rainy season ends, although occasional showers can still occur. Similarly, Kumasi, in the Ashanti region, experiences temperatures from 22°C (71.6°F) to 32°C (89.6°F). Rainfall in Kumasi also decreases during October, signaling the end of the rainy season.

Compared to September, October sees a considerable reduction in rainfall in the south, marking the transition to drier conditions. Conversely, the northern regions start experiencing drier conditions as their dry season sets in. As the country moves into November, the dry season establishes itself across the country, leading to a decrease in rainfall and relatively stable, warm temperatures.

  • Accra - October »
    In Accra during October, the rain falls for 24.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. October temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 29.1°C (84.4°F) and a low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F).
  • Kumasi - October »
    On the first day of October in Kumasi, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:57. On the last day of October, in Kumasi, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 17:46 GMT.
  • Sekondi-Takoradi - October »
    On the first day of October in Sekondi-Takoradi, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58. The transition into October in Sekondi-Takoradi shows a subtle variation to a still warm 29°C (84.2°F) from September's 28°C (82.4°F) in the average high-temperature.
  • Tamale - October »
    On the first day of October in Tamale, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 17:54. The average heat index, which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in October is evaluated at 44°C (111.2°F).
  • Ashaiman - October »
    In Ashaiman during October, the rain falls for 23.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 96mm (3.78") of precipitation. On the first day of October in Ashaiman sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:51.
  • Cape Coast - October »
    In Cape Coast, in October, the average water temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F). In Cape Coast, in October, the average water temperature is 26.9°C (80.4°F).
  • Obuasi - October »
    On the first day of October in Obuasi sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58. On the first day of October in Obuasi, sunrise is at 05:54 and sunset at 17:58.
  • Tema - October »
    In Tema, Ghana, in October, it is raining for 23.5 days, with typically 96mm (3.78") of accumulated precipitation. On the first day of October in Tema sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 17:51.
  • Madina - October »
    October represents a clear transition towards the dry season in Madina, with a visible reduction in rainfall to 100mm (3.94") and an average temperature increase to 29.1°C (84.4°F). In Madina in October, during 24.9 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
  • Koforidua - October »
    In Koforidua during October, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation. In Koforidua during October, the rain falls for 29 days and regularly aggregates up to 173mm (6.81") of precipitation.
  • Wa - October »
    Thus, with a reduction in rainfall levels to 76mm (2.99"), October in Wa, Ghana presents a clearer sky, lower wind speeds, yet warmer days as compared to the cool, wet days of the wet season. October brings a noticeable shift in climate, characterized by dropping rainfall levels, a more significant temperature climb, and declining humidity.
  • Ho - October »
    On the first day of October in Ho, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:49. On the first day of October in Ho, sunrise is at 05:45 and sunset at 17:49.
Updated: May 24, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

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