The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a weather forecast warning of thunderstorms and rainfall across selected parts of Ghana on Saturday, November 14, 2026. GMet's 18-hour impact-based forecast indicates that rain-bearing clouds will push into portions of the coastal, middle and transition sectors from the afternoon, persisting into the evening hours. The agency identified six specific areas at risk of thunderstorms and rainfall.
The six areas specifically highlighted across GMet's forecast maps are Sunyani, Sefwi Bekwai, Kumasi, Abetifi, Ho and Axim. Afternoon storm activity is concentrated around the Kumasi-Abetifi corridor and the southwestern coastal zone, while by evening the risk broadens to cover all six locations. GMet warned that mist, fog and hazy conditions are also expected in parts of Ghana during the early morning hours.
Aside from the thunderstorm threat, GMet also warned of mist and fog patches over forest and mountainous zones, as well as sections of the coastline, during the early morning. Dust-driven hazy conditions are expected to affect the extreme northern parts of the country. The agency's temperature projections show a maximum of 37°C in the northern sector, 35°C across the transition belt, 33°C in the forest zone and 32°C along the coast.
Despite the storm warnings, sunny spells with intermittent cloud cover are forecast to characterise most of Ghana during the afternoon. Minimum temperatures are expected to settle between 22°C and 23°C. The forecast reflects the broader weather pattern typical of Ghana in November, when southern parts of the country are approaching the tail end of the minor rainy season while the north transitions into drier, dustier conditions driven by the Harmattan.
GMet's forecast is an 18-hour impact-based forecast, indicating that the agency is taking a proactive approach to warning the public of potential weather hazards. The agency had also forecast mist and fog patches across parts of southern Ghana on Friday, November 13, potentially reducing visibility in the morning. GMet warned of possible thunderstorms and rainfall later in the day, particularly across forest and transition zones.
The Ghana Meteorological Agency's warning is crucial for the six areas identified as being at risk of thunderstorms and rainfall. Residents in these areas are advised to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The agency's forecast is a reminder of the importance of staying informed about weather conditions, especially during periods of transition between different weather patterns.
The forecast is also a reflection of the agency's efforts to provide accurate and timely weather information to the public. GMet's use of social media platforms, such as X, to share weather reports and warnings is an example of its commitment to disseminating critical information to the public. By staying informed, residents can take necessary precautions to minimize the impact of the thunderstorms and rainfall.
Key points
- The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued a warning of thunderstorms and rainfall across parts of Ghana on November 14, 2026.
- Six areas have been identified as being at risk of thunderstorms and rainfall: Sunyani, Sefwi Bekwai, Kumasi, Abetifi, Ho and Axim.
- The agency's forecast is an 18-hour impact-based forecast, indicating a proactive approach to warning the public of potential weather hazards.
