🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇺🇸 Charleston

Weather Comparison

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Accra

broken clouds

82°F

Broken Clouds

Feels like 93°F

H 82°F / L 82°F

Humidity: 89%

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Charleston

haze

77°F

Haze

Feels like 77°F

H 79°F / L 73°F

Humidity: 77%

Climate Overview

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Accra

Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season

Best monthsNovember, December, January
AvoidJune (peak of major rainy season)
Annual rain29 inches (730 mm)

Accra sits on the Gulf of Guinea near the equator. It's hot year-round but less humid than Lagos due to the cold Benguela current offshore. The Harmattan (November–March) brings dry, hazy conditions from the Sahara. Two rainy seasons: March–July and September–October.

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Charleston

Charleston at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers on the Atlantic coast has a hot subtropical climate softened by sea breezes. The historic peninsula city was repeatedly hit by major hurricanes and rising sea levels are causing recurring flooding even in sunny weather. The city's antebellum architecture with piazzas (porches) was designed specifically to capture sea breezes.

Seasonal Comparison

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Accra vs Charleston: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or Charleston have better weather?

Accra and Charleston have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season Charleston: Charleston at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers on the Atlantic coast has a hot subtrop. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs Charleston?

Best time for Accra: November, December, January. Best time for Charleston: spring and fall.

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