Geography of Ghana
Geography of Ghana: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ghana
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Coordinates: 5°36′13.3″N 0°11′13.2″W (5.6037, -0.187)
Quick facts about Ghana
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Africa |
| Continent | Africa |
| Coordinates | 5°36′13.3″N 0°11′13.2″W (5.6037, -0.187) |
| Capital | Accra |
| Population | 34.000.000 |
| Area | 92.098 sq mi |
| ISO code | GH |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | GHA |
| Currency | Ghanaian cedi (GHS) |
| Languages | English |
| Calling code | +233 |
| Time zone | Africa/Accra |
| Local time | 5:55 PM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, July, August and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Ghana is a country in Africa. Ghana is a country in Africa with its capital at Accra. It has a population of about 34 million. The capital is Accra.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Ghana with overcast. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 75°F to 86°F. Chance of precipitation is 95%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.1/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Ghana is January, February, March, July, August and December. The climate is temperate. May, June and October tend to be the least comfortable months. March is the warmest month with average highs near 90°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 73°F.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 86°F is 4.9°F above the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ghana today at 8.9/10. Gusts to 31 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ghana month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 90° | 77° | 1,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 90° | 77° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 90° | 78° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 90° | 78° | 3,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 88° | 77° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 84° | 75° | 7,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 82° | 74° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 81° | 73° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 83° | 74° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 85° | 74° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 87° | 76° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 90° | 76° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ghana?
Ghana is a country in Africa. Its coordinates are 5.6037, -0.187. It lies in Africa.
What is the weather like in Ghana right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with overcast. Humidity is 75% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ghana?
January, February, March, July, August and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Ghana, which has a temperate climate. May, June and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ghana in?
Ghana observes Africa/Accra (UTC+00:00). The local time is 5:55 PM.
How many people live in Ghana?
Ghana has a population of approximately 34 million.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 5:55 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
