🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇺🇸 Gainesville

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Accra

few clouds

86°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 97°F

H 86°F / L 86°F

Humidity: 74%

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Gainesville

scattered clouds

85°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 86°F

H 88°F / L 84°F

Humidity: 48%

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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Gainesville

Gainesville in north-central Florida is UF's college town with a more varied climate than coastal Florida. Far enough inland to see genuine winter cool snaps and far enough north to occasionally experience frost. The Paynes Prairie basin south of the city collects cold air creating unique frost pockets while the city proper sees moist subtropical conditions.

Seasonal Comparison

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Accra vs Gainesville: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or Gainesville have better weather?

Accra and Gainesville have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season Gainesville: Gainesville in north-central Florida is UF's college town with a more varied climate than coastal Fl. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs Gainesville?

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

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