AI-generatedTema at a glance
- Best time
- Jul – Sep, Dec – Jan
- Warmest month
- Feb · 32°
- Warmest sea
- May · 28.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,370 h
- Rain a year
- 619 mm
- Climate
- Tropical
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Elevation
- 27 m
Climate in Tema
Tema has a tropical climate: it is warm all year round, and the seasons differ mainly in how much rain falls. February is the warmest month with average highs of 32 °C, while August is the coolest at 28 °C. With around 2,370 hours of sunshine a year, Tema is sunny; November is the sunniest month with 8.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Tema
The best time to visit Tema is from July to September and from December to January. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to August and from November to April. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from July to August. The wettest month is June with 138 mm of precipitation.
Tema through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Tema in the dry season
All year except Jun
Fair
- 28–32 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 106 rainy days in all
Tema in the rainy season
Jun
Fair
- 29 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 5.3 h of sun a day
- 20 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Aug, Nov – Apr
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jul – Aug
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: July – September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: July – September, December – January
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 27°
- Midday, 13:00: about 30°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 30°
- Evening, 20:00: about 27°
- Night, 23:00: about 26°
05:4617:46
Warm enough for a T-shirt in the evening.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 05:33–06:13 · evening 17:18–17:59
- Blue hour
- Morning 05:25–05:33 · evening 17:59–18:07
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Tema compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 30° at the start of the month to 31° at the end. The sea warms from 26° to 28°.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 30° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 24° | 25° |
| Sea | 26° | 28° |
| Daylight | 12.1 h | 11.9 h |
What is the weather like in Tema in October?
In October, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 70 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 0 min05:46 – 17:46
- UV index
- 13 · extremeclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 31 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 15 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 20 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+0offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 50 %60 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %78 %
- Few rainy daysweight 30 %29 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “City break”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- Light, breathable clothes
- Water bottle – drink plenty
- Insect repellent
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Tema
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in Tema: score 71 against 54. In August, days are 2 °C cooler than in October. The sea is 4 °C cooler in August. August has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours less a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 54 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 30° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 25° | 23° |
| Sea | 26.9° | 23.2° |
| Sunshine | 7.7 hbetter | 4.7 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 70 mm | 38 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 31 | 31 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Tema month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
63January31° · Sea 27° · 6.0 h
In January, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 14 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in January59February32° · Sea 28° · 6.7 h
In February, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.7 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 19 mm. On about 27 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in February55March32° · Sea 28° · 6.8 h
In March, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 31 mm. On about 30 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in March51April32° · Sea 28° · 7.4 h
In April, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 46 mm in total. On about 28 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in April42May31° · Sea 29° · 7.1 h
In May, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 91 mm. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in May43June29° · Sea 27° · 5.3 h
In June, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. It is the rainy season: rain falls on about 20 days, totalling 138 mm. On about 9 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in June66July28° · Sea 25° · 4.9 h
In July, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 61 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is a good month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in July71August28° · Sea 23° · 4.7 h
In August, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 38 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is a good month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in August60September29° · Sea 25° · 5.8 h
In September, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 59 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is a good month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in September54October30° · Sea 27° · 7.7 h
In October, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 25 °C. The sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 70 mm in total. On about 20 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in October58November31° · Sea 28° · 8.2 h
In November, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 33 mm in total. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, November is a so-so month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in November61December32° · Sea 28° · 7.2 h
In December, Tema is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 26 °C. The sea averages 27.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 19 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, December is a good month for a holiday in Tema.
Tema in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Tema
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Warm 20–24°
- Hot 24° and more
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
HotOctober: nights around 25°. Hot nights: air conditioning makes sleeping much easier. Muggy on about 31 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in August (23°), the warmest in March (26°). Nights stay tropical all year (20 °C and more), so a room with air conditioning or at least a fan pays off. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) all year, on about 363 days a year.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 63 | 31° | 25° | 27.2° | 6.0 h | 4 | 14 |
| FebruaryFeb | 59 | 32° | 26° | 27.7° | 6.7 h | 5 | 19 |
| MarchMar | 55 | 32° | 26° | 28.2° | 6.8 h | 8 | 31 |
| AprilApr | 51 | 32° | 26° | 28.4° | 7.4 h | 11 | 46 |
| MayMay | 42 | 31° | 26° | 28.6° | 7.1 h | 16 | 91 |
| JuneJun | 43 | 29° | 25° | 27.0° | 5.3 h | 20 | 138 |
| JulyJul | 66 | 28° | 24° | 24.5° | 4.9 h | 11 | 61 |
| AugustAug | 71 | 28° | 23° | 23.2° | 4.7 h | 9 | 38 |
| SeptemberSep | 60 | 29° | 24° | 24.8° | 5.8 h | 13 | 59 |
| OctoberOct | 54 | 30° | 25° | 26.9° | 7.7 h | 14 | 70 |
| NovemberNov | 58 | 31° | 26° | 28.2° | 8.2 h | 9 | 33 |
| DecemberDec | 61 | 32° | 26° | 27.9° | 7.2 h | 6 | 19 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
5.67° N, 0.02° W · 27 m · Africa/Accra
Sea temperature in Tema
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 26.1 – 27.7 °C
Swimming season: all year
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Tema ranges from 23.2 °C in August to 28.6 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
The sea warms up slowly: it is warmest in May, while the air already peaks in February. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in May, eight out of ten years were between 27.8 and 29.2 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 27.2° | 26.4° | 28.0° | warm |
| FebruaryFeb | 27.7° | 27.0° | 28.7° | warm |
| MarchMar | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.6° | warm |
| AprilApr | 28.4° | 27.6° | 29.0° | warm |
| MayMay | 28.6° | 27.8° | 29.2° | warm |
| JuneJun | 27.0° | 26.1° | 28.0° | warm |
| JulyJul | 24.5° | 23.5° | 25.4° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 23.2° | 22.4° | 24.3° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 24.8° | 23.9° | 25.8° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 26.9° | 26.1° | 27.7° | warm |
| NovemberNov | 28.2° | 27.7° | 28.8° | warm |
| DecemberDec | 27.9° | 27.4° | 28.6° | warm |
Sunshine hours in Tema
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 7.7 of 12.0 hours of daylight in Tema, 64 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 18 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in Tema: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Tema has about 14 rainy days with 70 mm of rain in total.
UV index in Tema
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 13 · extremeAvoid the midday sun; SPF 50+, covering clothes, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in September (UV 14).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 10 min
- Fair skin
- about 15 min
- Light brown skin
- about 20 min
- Olive skin
- about 25 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in Tema
How breezy and how cloudy Tema is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Tema typically peaks at 15 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 64 % of the sky over Tema: variable cloud, with about 7.7 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in Tema
How often the day gets hot in Tema (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Tema has about 20 hot days, with an average daytime high of 30 °C: hot and muggy. Plan outdoor activities for the morning and evening, drink a lot and take breaks in the cool.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Tema
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Tema in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Tema has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during May half-term (score 42).
- 52
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 32 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 7.2 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 42
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
- 69
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
GoodBest holidays
- 28 °C by day
- Sea 24 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 54
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 30 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 7.7 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
- 62
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Good
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 6 h 40 min
- Distance
- 5,090 km
- Time zone
- UTC+0
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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Tema vs Accra
In October Tema has the better holiday weather (score 54 vs 46). During the day Accra is 2 °C warmer than Tema.
| in October | Tema | Accra |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 54 | 46 |
| Daytime high | 30° | 32° |
| Sea | 27° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 8 h | 8 h |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 |
| Best time | Jul – Sep, Dec – Jan | Aug |
Through the year
Ghana in October: the best places
In October, Tema ranks 3 of 7 destinations in this country.
- Sekondi-Takoradi30°27°73
- 2Elmina30°27°72
- 3TemaThis page30°27°54
- 4Accra32°46
- 5Cape Coast30°27°44
- 6Tamale34°41
- 7Kumasi31°30
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Frequently asked questions about Tema
When is the best time to visit Tema?
The best time to visit Tema is from July to September and from December to January. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Tema?
The sea temperature in Tema ranges from 23.2 °C in August to 28.6 °C in May. At 20 °C and more, the sea is warm enough for swimming all year round.
Can you swim in Tema in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 26.9 °C – lovely and warm for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Tema?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 32 °C and nights around 26 °C. August is the coolest month at 28 °C.
When does it rain most in Tema?
The wettest month is June with 138 mm of precipitation. The driest month is January with 14 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Tema get?
Tema gets around 2,370 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is November with 8.2 hours a day; in August there are 4.7 hours a day.
What time zone is Tema in?
Tema is on UTC all year.
How long is the flight from London to Tema?
A nonstop flight from London to Tema takes about 6 h 40 min, for a straight-line distance of about 5,090 km.
Which school holidays are best for Tema?
Tema has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 69) and its weakest during May half-term (score 42). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 52, May half-term 42, summer holidays 69, October half-term 54, Christmas holidays 62.