Dunkro

Ruins Coastal Ghanaian village in Western Region

Dunkro
5.5426, -2.1250
Google Maps Apple Maps

How to Get to Dunkro #

Dunkro is reached by road from larger towns along Ghana’s western coast. Travel times depend on road conditions; local minibuses and shared taxis connect many coastal communities.

Tips for Visiting Dunkro #

  • Coastal towns in Ghana's Western Region are best explored with a local guide who can explain fishing practices and community history.
  • Bring small change for market purchases; plastic ban policies may affect packaging options.

Best Time to Visit Dunkro #

Dry months (November-March) are the easiest for coastal travel and village visits.

Dry season
Nov-Mar · 24-31°C (75-88°F)
Drier, sunnier weather for coastal exploration and fishing villages.
Rainy season
Apr-Oct · 23-30°C (73-86°F)
Heavier rains and green landscapes; some roads may be affected.

Weather & Climate near Dunkro #

Climate

Dunkro's climate is classified as Tropical Savanna - Tropical Savanna climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 22°C to 32°C. Abundant rainfall (1685 mm/year), wettest in June.

Best Time to Visit
JanuaryDecemberAugust
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
39°
Warmest Month
15°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

89 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
22° – 31°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

38 mm
Rainfall
1.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Moderate rainfall (76 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
23° – 32°
75%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

76 mm
Rainfall
1.1 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.6
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

March

March is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (150 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° – 32°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
24° – 32°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
2.0
UV Index
Very High
12.1h daylight

May

May is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (224 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

57 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
27°C
Temperature
23° – 31°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

224 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.9
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

June

June is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (272 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

63 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° – 29°
91%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

272 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

July

July is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (132 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° – 28°
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
1.4 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.3h daylight

August

August is warm with highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C. Moderate rainfall (67 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

73 Very Good

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
22° – 28°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

67 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
12.2h daylight

September

September is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Significant rainfall (143 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

67 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
22° – 29°
86%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

143 mm
Rainfall
1.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
12.0h daylight

October

October is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Heavy rain (219 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

65 Good

Comfort

26°
Feels Like Warm
26°C
Temperature
23° – 30°
88%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

219 mm
Rainfall
1.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.9h daylight

November

November is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (138 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

69 Good

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° – 31°
87%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

138 mm
Rainfall
0.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
11.8h daylight

December

December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 22°C). Moderate rainfall (68 mm).

85 Excellent

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
23° – 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

68 mm
Rainfall
0.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
Very High
11.7h daylight

Nearby Attractions to Dunkro

Nini Suhien National Park
Small Ghanaian national park protecting rainforest wildlife
National Park 57.2 km
Kakum National Park
Kakum National Park
Tropical rainforest reserve featuring a famous canopy walkway
National Park 84.7 km
Akodaa Fort
Coastal fort from colonial era in Western Ghana
Ruins 88.4 km
Cape Three Points Old Lighthouse
Historic coastal lighthouse at Ghana's southwestern tip
Ruins 89.3 km
Cape Three Points
Cape Three Points
Westernmost headland of Ghana, notable for lighthouse
Cape 89.4 km
Fort Coenraadsburg
Fort Coenraadsburg
17th-century coastal fort near Elmina
Castle 99.7 km
Cape Coast Castle
Cape Coast Castle
Historic coastal fortress and former transatlantic slave trade site
Castle 109 km
Asante Traditional Buildings
Asante Traditional Buildings
Traditional ceremonial buildings of the Asante monarchy.
Historical Site 110 km