🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇹🇷 Istanbul

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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Istanbul

clear sky

59°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 56°F

H 59°F / L 59°F

Humidity: 41%

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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Istanbul

Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters

Best monthsApril, May, September, October
AvoidDecember, January (cold and rainy), July, August (peak crowds and heat)
Annual rain29 inches (744 mm)

Istanbul straddles two continents with a climate to match. The Bosphorus creates a persistent wind corridor that moderates summer heat. Winters are cold and rainy with occasional snow. Spring and fall are exceptional.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇭 Accra🇹🇷 Istanbul
Spring

46–68°F

March–May

Summer

72–86°F

June–August

Fall

57–77°F

September–November

Winter

38–48°F

December–February

Accra vs Istanbul: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or Istanbul have better weather?

Accra and Istanbul have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season Istanbul: Mediterranean-influenced humid subtropical — warm summers, cool wet winters. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs Istanbul?

Best time for Accra: November, December, January. Best time for Istanbul: April, May, September, October.

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