The best times to visit Bakanta for ideal weather are

December 24th to April 1st

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Bakanta Travel Info

Weather in Bakanta

Temperature

Average temperatures in Bakanta vary very little. Considering humidity, temperatures feel hot all year with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 16th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Bakanta, the hottest months are March, April, and then February. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late March where highs are regularly around 89.3°F (31.8°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 79.4°F (26.3°C) at night.

Bakanta Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Bakanta Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

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Bakanta Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Bakanta Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 86.7 81.7 77
Feb 87 82.4 77.9
Mar 88.7 84.1 79.5
Apr 88.4 83.4 78.7
May 87.2 82.1 77.1
Jun 83.7 79.6 76.1
Jul 82 78.6 76
Aug 80.9 77.3 75
Sep 81.4 77.9 75.6
Oct 83.6 79.5 76.3
Nov 86.5 81.3 76.5
Dec 87.6 82.3 77.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 30.4 27.6 25
Feb 30.6 28 25.5
Mar 31.5 28.9 26.4
Apr 31.3 28.6 25.9
May 30.7 27.8 25.1
Jun 28.7 26.4 24.5
Jul 27.8 25.9 24.4
Aug 27.2 25.2 23.9
Sep 27.4 25.5 24.2
Oct 28.7 26.4 24.6
Nov 30.3 27.4 24.7
Dec 30.9 27.9 25.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Bakanta are March, January, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early to mid June with an average of 4 days of significant precipitation the week of June 11th.

When can you find snow in Bakanta? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Bakanta.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Bakanta (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 7% 0 1.2
Feb 11% 0 2.2
Mar 5% 0 1.2
Apr 17% 0 2.4
May 28% 0 8.5
Jun 49% 0 14.7
Jul 23% 0 3.6
Aug 9% 0 1
Sep 13% 0 1.6
Oct 27% 0 5.9
Nov 25% 0 3.4
Dec 15% 0 2.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 7 0 3
Feb 11 0 5.6
Mar 5 0 3
Apr 17 0 6.1
May 28 0 21.6
Jun 49 0 37.3
Jul 23 0 9.1
Aug 9 0 2.5
Sep 13 0 4.1
Oct 27 0 15
Nov 25 0 8.6
Dec 15 0 6.4

 

Humidity and Wind

Bakanta has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is December (74.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (83.1%).

Wind in Bakanta is usually extremely calm. The windiest month is July, followed by September and October. July’s average wind speed of around 3.7 knots (4.2 MPH or 6.8 KPH) is considered “light air.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 7.1 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Bakanta.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 2.7 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Feb 3.4 Barely noticeable 6.3 Light breeze
Mar 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Apr 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
May 2.9 Barely noticeable 5.5 Light breeze
Jun 3.2 Barely noticeable 5.4 Light breeze
Jul 3.7 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Aug 3.3 Barely noticeable 5.3 Light breeze
Sep 3.7 Barely noticeable 6 Light breeze
Oct 3.6 Barely noticeable 5.8 Light breeze
Nov 2.6 Barely noticeable 4.8 Light breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 4.9 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 75.6%
Feb 76.9%
Mar 74.2%
Apr 75.2%
May 77.4%
Jun 80.4%
Jul 79.4%
Aug 82.6%
Sep 83.1%
Oct 80.3%
Nov 77.7%
Dec 74.2%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Bakanta?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for Ghana; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 18, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Bakanta, Ghana is September, followed by November and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Bakanta in July. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 38.7 in July means 38.7% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Bakanta Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.3°F (31.8°C) and 84.6°F (29.2°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 2 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see the most precipitation with 3 to 15 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Bakanta, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 87.7°F (30.9°C) and 80.9°F (27.2°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Bakanta to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 87.8°F (31°C) and 86.2°F (30.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 2 to 5 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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