🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇺🇸 New York City

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Accra

few clouds

84°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 93°F

H 84°F / L 84°F

Humidity: 74%

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New York City

clear sky

64°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 62°F

H 67°F / L 61°F

Humidity: 43%

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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New York City

Humid continental — hot summers, cold winters, year-round precipitation

Best monthsSeptember, October, May, June
AvoidJanuary, February, July, August
Annual rain46 inches (1,170 mm)

New York City has four distinct seasons. Fall is the sweet spot: mild temps, low humidity, and the city at peak energy. Summers are hot and muggy; winters bring snow and bitter wind chill, especially near the waterfront.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇬🇭 Accra🇺🇸 New York City
Spring

42–68°F

March–May

Summer

72–88°F

June–August

Fall

50–72°F

September–November

Winter

26–40°F

December–February

Accra vs New York City: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or New York City have better weather?

Accra and New York City have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season New York City: Humid continental — hot summers, cold winters, year-round precipitation. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs New York City?

Best time for Accra: November, December, January. Best time for New York City: September, October, May, June.

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