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Current local time and time zone in Ghana, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.
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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 | 9:56 AM (UTC+00:00) |
| Best months | January, February, March, July, August, November 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 82°F (28°C) in Ghana with light drizzle. It feels like 87°F. Today runs from 74°F to 82°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Ghana is January, February, March, July, August, November 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 about average for August. The forecast high of 82°F is in line with the 81°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ghana today at 9.1/10. 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.
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Coordinates: 5°36′13.3″N 0°11′13.2″W (5.6037, -0.187)
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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 82°F (28°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 67% and wind is 6 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ghana?
January, February, March, July, August, November 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 9:56 AM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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 5, 2026 at 9:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
