August · Ghana
Best time to visit Kumasi in August Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Kumasi in August
Average temperature 25°C, 129 mm of rain, about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
August score
5.0/10
Ranked #5 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 25°C
- Rainfall
- 129 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 10
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
August in Kumasi scores 5.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#5 of 12). Expect around 25°C, 129 mm of rain, and roughly 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Kumasi is the Ashanti capital of Ghana, home to a royal palace, a huge market and nearby Lake Bosomtwe.
August in Kumasi — middling scores, decent value
August averages 25°C (76°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
At 129 mm this is a genuinely wet month: about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine in total, and outdoor plans need an indoor fallback.
It scores 5/10 here, 5th of 12 months, against 8.5/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? December scores 3.5 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Kumasi in August?
- In August, Kumasi averages 25°C, 129 mm of rain, and about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is August a good time to visit Kumasi?
- August earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Kumasi in August?
- Expect about 129 mm of rain in August. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 10 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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