🇬🇭 Accra vs 🇺🇸 Santa Monica

Weather Comparison

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Accra

scattered clouds

82°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 88°F

H 82°F / L 82°F

Humidity: 78%

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Santa Monica

scattered clouds

76°F

Scattered Clouds

Feels like 76°F

H 88°F / L 72°F

Humidity: 40%

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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Santa Monica

Santa Monica is one of LA's most climate-privileged neighborhoods, directly on the Pacific with consistent marine layer cooling. The Pier is famous for cool, breezy conditions while inland areas of greater LA swelter. Temperatures rarely exceed the mid-80s°F and marine fog provides natural air conditioning through much of the summer.

Seasonal Comparison

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Accra vs Santa Monica: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Accra or Santa Monica have better weather?

Accra and Santa Monica have very different climates. Tropical savanna — hot year-round, two rainy seasons, harmattan dry season Santa Monica: Santa Monica is one of LA's most climate-privileged neighborhoods, directly on the Pacific with cons. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Accra vs Santa Monica?

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

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