🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇺🇸 Paterson

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Accra

few clouds

84°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 94°F

H 84°F / L 84°F

Humidity: 79%

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Paterson

light rain

54°F

Light Rain

Feels like 54°F

H 57°F / L 53°F

Humidity: 95%

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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Paterson

Paterson on the Passaic River at the Great Falls was America's first planned industrial city. The Passaic River valley creates some humidity and the urban density creates heat island effects. The Great Falls create a unique local microclimate with spray cooling near the falls.

Seasonal Comparison

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Accra vs Paterson: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or Paterson have better weather?

Accra and Paterson have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season Paterson: Paterson on the Passaic River at the Great Falls was America's first planned industrial city. The Pa. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs Paterson?

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

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