May · Ghana
Best time to visit Accra in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Accra in May
Average temperature 28°C, 239 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.5/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 239 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Accra scores 3.5/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 239 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Accra faces the Gulf of Guinea with Jamestown's forts, Independence Arch, and busy markets behind the coastline.
May in Accra — the hardest end of the year
May averages 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 86%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
239 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 3.5/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 7.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? December scores 3.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Accra in May?
- In May, Accra averages 28°C, 239 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Accra?
- May earns a 3.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Accra in May?
- Expect about 239 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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