GMet forecasts thunderstorms in northern Ghana, rain expected in parts of the country

GMet forecasts thunderstorms in northern Ghana, with rain expected in parts of the country. Thunderstorms accompanied by rain are expected to persist across parts of northern Ghana this evening, with mostly cloudy conditions forecast across the country for Saturday, August 1, 2026. Areas within the transition and middle belts are also likely to experience rainfall from this evening into the night.

Patches of mist may develop in some forest and mountainous areas during the early hours of Sunday, potentially reducing visibility. Relatively cool temperatures are also expected across the country during the night and early morning. In southern and coastal Ghana, mostly cloudy conditions are expected in areas including Aflao, Anloga, Accra, Kasoa, Winneba, Cape Coast, Takoradi, Axim, Koforidua, Akim Oda, Kwahu Tafo, Kumasi, Obuasi, Tarkwa and Sefwi Bekwai, with Ho expected to experience drizzle. The state of the sea is expected to remain calm. The public, particularly motorists, has been advised to exercise caution due to possible reduced visibility in some areas and changing weather conditions.