April · Ghana
Best time to visit Cape Coast in April Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Cape Coast in April
Average temperature 28°C, 174 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 86% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
April score
3.8/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 28°C
- Rainfall
- 174 mm
- Humidity
- 86%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
April in Cape Coast scores 3.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 28°C, 174 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cape Coast is a Ghanaian coastal town known for its castle, fishing harbour and slave-trade history.
April in Cape Coast — the hardest end of the year
Days in April average 28°C (82°F) and humidity near 86% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
174 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 3.8/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 7.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Cape Coast — 3.5 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Cape Coast in April?
- In April, Cape Coast averages 28°C, 174 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.8/10.
- Is April a good time to visit Cape Coast?
- April earns a 3.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Cape Coast in April?
- Expect about 174 mm of rain in April. Average humidity is 86% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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