Monthly climate guide
Tamale weather in December
December in Tamale is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 34°C (93°F) and night-time lows near 18°C (64°F). The month usually brings about 1 mm of rain (very dry) and is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as November and about the same as January.
What stands out in December
- It's one of the sunniest months here, with cloud cover around 16%.
- December sits in Tamale's drier season — usually a comfortable time to visit.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 99% less rain than Tamale's average.
- Evenings cool off sharply: the daily range is around 16°C, so pack a layer.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
34°C
93°F
Avg low
18°C
64°F
Rainfall
1 mm
very dry
Humidity
50%
relative
Sky
16%
cloud · mostly sunny
Tamale weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 35°C / 94°F | 17°C / 63°F | 2 mm | 41% | 18% |
| February | 37°C / 98°F | 21°C / 70°F | 18 mm | 40% | 32% |
| March | 37°C / 98°F | 25°C / 76°F | 50 mm | 55% | 69% |
| April | 35°C / 96°F | 25°C / 77°F | 74 mm | 66% | 74% |
| May | 34°C / 93°F | 25°C / 76°F | 118 mm | 72% | 78% |
| June | 32°C / 89°F | 24°C / 75°F | 132 mm | 78% | 66% |
| July | 30°C / 87°F | 23°C / 73°F | 160 mm | 81% | 71% |
| August | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 160 mm | 82% | 75% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 187 mm | 83% | 75% |
| October | 31°C / 89°F | 23°C / 73°F | 131 mm | 80% | 55% |
| November | 34°C / 93°F | 22°C / 71°F | 16 mm | 66% | 30% |
| December | 34°C / 93°F | 18°C / 64°F | 1 mm | 50% | 16% |
What to pack for December
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is December a good time to visit Tamale?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Tamale →Other Ghana cities in December
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Tamale in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Tamale?
Yes. December is one of the best months for Tamale, with highs around 34°C and about 1 mm of rain.
How warm is Tamale in December?
Average highs are about 34°C (93°F) and average lows about 18°C (64°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Tamale in December?
Tamale typically gets around 1 mm of rain in December — very dry. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Tamale (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.