Accra, Greater Accra, Ghana uses Africa/Accra, currently GMT (UTC+00:00). No clock changes are scheduled in the next 12 months.
Accra is the capital of Ghana, with a population of about 2 million. Unlike many places, it does not observe daylight saving time.
The band below is your local scale — accent shows when everyone's business hours overlap. Add or remove a city on the left and this updates too.
Written for people arriving, calling in, or planning a trip around the time difference.
Central districts near the coast and business areas keep many hotels and sights within reasonable reach, while quieter residential suburbs further out are more dependent on the city's often heavy traffic. Location relative to your planned activities is worth prioritizing given the congestion.
Historic coastal forts and the central markets are worth exploring, most comfortably during the drier Harmattan season when dust rather than rain is the main consideration. The waterfront is a popular spot for an evening walk.
Shared minibuses called tro-tros cover much of the city, while taxis and ride-hailing apps offer a more predictable, if pricier, alternative. Traffic congestion is common, especially during peak hours.
The drier Harmattan season, roughly December to February, brings hazy, dusty but rain-free conditions, while the main rainy seasons fall around April to July and September to October. Temperatures stay warm throughout the year.
Ghana uses the GHS, calling code +233.
Ghana uses the Ghanaian cedi, and English is the official language, used widely alongside numerous local languages. A warm greeting, often with a handshake, is customary before moving into other matters.
