Ghana Weather Alert: Thunderstorms, Strong Winds to Hit Coastal Areas Today, May 25
- The Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast thunderstorms across coastal and inland areas throughout the day on May 25
- A rainstorm moving from the Gulf of Guinea is expected to bring cloudiness and varying intensities of rainfall over southern Ghana
- Officials also warned that the storms could be accompanied by moderate to strong winds, urging residents to take precautions
Residents in coastal and inland areas of Ghana should brace for thunderstorms and possible rainfall from this morning into the afternoon, according to the Ghana Meteorological Agency.
In its latest update issued on Monday, May 25, 2026, the agency indicated that thunderstorms, with or without rain, are expected along the coast and across some inland areas during the day.
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Early morning conditions are also likely to include patches of mist and fog, particularly over forested and mountainous regions.
The agency further noted that ongoing rainfall activity in northern Ghana will persist, especially over the western parts of the region this morning.
Rainstorm moving from Gulf of Guinea to Ghana
Meanwhile, a rainstorm currently forming over the Gulf of Guinea is moving steadily towards Ghana’s eastern coastline.
This system is expected to bring increased cloud cover and trigger thunderstorms with varying rainfall intensities across the southern parts of the country from mid-morning through the afternoon.
Weather officials have cautioned that the approaching storm may be accompanied by moderate to strong winds, urging the public to take necessary precautions.
The Ghana Meteorological Agency continues to monitor the situation and has advised residents, particularly those in affected areas, to stay updated with official forecasts and warnings.
Read the X post about the thunderstorm and strong wind warning for May 25 below:
ECG releases dumsor schedule for May 25
Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh reported that the ECG would carry out planned maintenance works in parts of the Accra East and Accra West Regions on Monday, May 25, 2026.
The exercise was aimed at improving the stability and reliability of the electricity network.
Affected communities in both regions were advised to prepare for the interruption as engineers work to enhance service delivery.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
