Digya National Park

Wildlife Reserve

On inland Ghanaian waterways, Digya National Park protects riverine forest and savanna along the White Volta floodplain. Visitors book boat safaris, birdwatching trips and guided game drives to see elephants and waterfowl.

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Digya National Park essentials

Country: Ghana
Driest months: Dec-Feb
Pay in: Cedi (₵)
Language: English
Emergency: 999

Digya National Park at a Glance

When to Go

Best Time to Visit Digya National Park

Best visited in the dry season (November-April) for reliable wildlife sightings and more accessible roads.

Dry season (Nov-Apr)
Nov-Apr · 24-33°C
Lower river levels concentrate animals, making wildlife viewing easier.
Wet season (May-Oct)
May-Oct · 20-28°C
Lush vegetation and more mosquitoes; some areas may be inaccessible by road.

Weather & Climate near Digya National Park

Climate

Digya National Park's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 21°C to 35°C. Abundant rainfall (1310 mm/year), wettest in September with a pronounced dry season.

Air Quality: AQI 88 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
Month Comfort Temp Feels Rain Sky Humidity Wind UV Daylight
January Excellent 21° - 33° 28° 9 mm mostly sunny 62% 1.3 m/s 1.5 high 11.6h
February Excellent 23° - 35° 31° 24 mm mostly sunny 66% 1.3 m/s 1.6 very high 11.8h
March Very Good 24° - 34° 33° 83 mm partly cloudy 73% 1.4 m/s 1.9 very high 12.0h
April Good 24° - 33° 33° 114 mm partly cloudy 78% 1.5 m/s 2.1 extreme 12.2h
May Good 23° - 32° 31° 154 mm partly cloudy 80% 1.7 m/s 2.0 extreme 12.3h
June Good 23° - 30° 26° 196 mm overcast 84% 1.4 m/s 1.7 very high 12.4h
July Good 22° - 29° 26° 171 mm overcast 84% 1.3 m/s 1.6 very high 12.4h
August Good 22° - 28° 25° 131 mm overcast 84% 1.7 m/s 1.7 very high 12.2h
September Good 22° - 30° 26° 206 mm overcast 83% 1.2 m/s 1.8 very high 12.1h
October Very Good 22° - 31° 27° 160 mm partly cloudy 82% 1.2 m/s 2.0 very high 11.8h
November Excellent 22° - 32° 30° 44 mm mostly sunny 76% 1.2 m/s 1.8 very high 11.7h
December Ideal 21° - 32° 27° 18 mm mostly sunny 66% 1.4 m/s 1.5 very high 11.6h
Getting There & Around

How to Get to Digya National Park

Digya National Park is in central Ghana on the eastern side of the Black Volta. The nearest sizeable town is Techiman; from there arrange a 4x4 transfer northwards. Local tour operators and the Ghana Wildlife Division can advise on current road conditions and access.

Tips for Visiting Digya National Park

  • Hire a local guide from nearby towns to increase wildlife sightings - guides know seasonal waterholes.
  • Focus on early morning or late afternoon drives for the best animal activity.
  • Visit during the dry season to see concentrations of wildlife around exposed river pools.