Best Time to Visit Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana
Kumasi is at its sunniest and driest in January–December.
The best time to visit Kumasi for sunny, dry weather is December–January — 2 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through July–August and November–March; the wetter half falls in April–June and September–October. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 24.5°C / 76.1°F in August to 27.7°C / 81.9°F in March, with rainfall from 15 mm / 0.6 in (January) to 204 mm / 8 in (June). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kumasi, Ashanti, Ghana's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kumasi's climate is broadly consistently warm. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 26.5°C79.7°F | 15 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Hot |
| December | 26.3°C79.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kumasi?
The best time to visit Kumasi for sunny, dry weather is January, December. At the city itself, the warmest month is March averaging 27.7°C / 81.9°F, and the driest is January with about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kumasi's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kumasi?
The rainy season at Kumasi, Ashanti runs through April–June and September–October, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 133 mm / 5.2 in. The wettest single month is June (204 mm / 8 in).
What is the driest month in Kumasi?
The driest month in Kumasi is January, averaging about 15 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26.5°C / 79.7°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kumasi?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kumasi — based on point-value climate at the city — are May, June, July, August, September, October. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 204 mm / 8 in in June, and the coldest month averages 24.5°C / 76.1°F.
Is Kumasi climate different from Ghana overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kumasi figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Ghana figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Kumasi specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.