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Ghana Meteorological Agency

Also known as: GMet

Ghana Meteorological Agency — issues weather forecasts and flood alerts across Ghana's regions, warning of heavy rains and flood risks particularly in Accra and coastal areas.

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  1. May 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned that thunderstorms and rain activities are expected to affect several parts of the country, particularly the northern, transition, and coastal sectors.

    Ghana Meteo sends urgent alert over thunderstorm heading from Togo, Benin
  3. Joy Online

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has forecast thundery rainfall across parts of southern Ghana later in the day, as cloudy conditions persist from the afternoon into the evening.

    GMet forecasts thundery rains for southern Ghana, sunny spells in the north
  4. April 2026
  5. Joy Online

    Data from the Ghana Meteorological Agency show that temperatures in Ghana are rising and rainfall patterns are becoming more variable, trends that scientists say are intensifying heat extremes and increasing the risk of floods and droughts, with significant implications for infra

    El Niño Alert: Why a possible 2027 heat record could signal droughts, floods and flood risks for Ghana
  6. Joy Online

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued a weather alert warning of thunderstorms and rainfall activity across several parts of the country, particularly along the coast.

    GMet warns of thunderstorms, strong winds across five regions
  7. Joy Online

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued an impact-based weather alert warning of an approaching rainstorm expected to affect several parts of the country on Sunday, April 26, 2026.

    GMet warns of rainstorm, strong winds across parts of Ghana
Society

GMet warns of moderate to heavy rains across Ghana regions

The News

Ghana's Meteorological Agency has issued a weather alert for moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds and possible localised flooding across Western, Central, Greater Accra, Volta and northern regions on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with risks categorised as "Be Prepared" and "Be Aware."

Why it matters

GMet's severe weather alert warns of widespread flooding risk across multiple regions, requiring urgent public preparedness.

13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 13 June

  1. GMet warns of moderate to heavy rains across Ghana regions

    Ghana's Meteorological Agency has issued a weather alert for moderate to heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds and possible localised flooding across Western, Central, Greater Accra, Volta and northern regions on Saturday, June 13, 2026, with risks categorised as "Be Prepared" and "Be Aware."

    13 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 12 June

  1. GMet proposes legislative upgrade to Meteorological Authority

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has proposed a new legislative framework to transform itself into the Ghana Meteorological Authority, with expanded regulatory powers to license meteorological operators, establish standards, and become the sole official source of national severe weather warnings and public safety alerts.

    12 June 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 11 June

  1. Accra flooding costs economy billions in hidden damages

    This year's flooding in Accra has submerged whole communities and disrupted businesses and livelihoods. According to the World Bank, approximately US$3.2 billion worth of economic assets in the Greater Accra Region are currently exposed to flood risk, with that figure projected to quadruple by 2050 without effective mitigation.

    11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  2. Greater Accra identifies flood-prone areas as June rainfall forecast rises

    The Greater Accra Regional Security Council has identified flood-prone communities across the region for heightened monitoring following Ghana Meteorological Agency forecasts of 100–150mm rainfall in June. Residents in the identified areas have been urged to remain vigilant and comply with safety directives as authorities intensify flood preparedness measures.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Ghana Meteorological Agency warns Accra of heavy June rains, floods

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned that Accra faces heightened flood risk in June, with rainfall projected between 100 and 150 millimetres across the coastal zone. The agency's Deputy Director attributes worsening flood vulnerability to reduced rainwater drainage capacity due to human activities, urbanization, and loss of natural flood retention areas.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana needs national risk management policy for proactive crisis prevention

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's crisis responses have been reactive rather than proactive, and calls for a National Risk Management Policy as an urgent governance reform to anticipate and mitigate risks before they become national emergencies.

    10 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  3. GMet warns of heightened flood risk in Accra this June

    Ghana's Meteorological Agency projects 100–150 millimetres of rainfall across the Coastal Zone in June, heightening flood risk in Accra where reduced drainage capacity and development on natural water-retention areas mean just 30 millimetres of rain can now flood parts of the city.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  4. GMet warns of heightened June flooding risk in Accra

    Ghana's Meteorological Agency warns that Accra faces heightened flood risk in June, with rainfall projected between 100 and 150 millimetres across the Coastal Zone. The agency attributes worsening flood vulnerability to reduced rainwater absorption and drainage capacity due to human activities and urban development on natural water retention areas.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Two feared swept away in River Agyei flood

    Two people, reportedly an adult and a child, are feared to have been swept away by floodwaters at Nurses Quarters Junction after attempting to cross the flooded Kasoa–Domeabra road following an overflow of River Agyei in the Ga South Municipality. The child was reportedly being carried across when both were overpowered by strong currents.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Two feared swept away in River Agyei flood, Ghana

    Two people, including a child, are feared swept away by floodwaters at Nurses Quarters Junction after attempting to cross the Kasoa–Domeabra road following overflow of River Agyei in the Ga South Municipality. The child was being carried across the flooded section when both were overpowered by strong currents.

    10 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Stanbic Bank donates GH¢400,000 relief after Accra flooding

    Heavy rainfall and fire outbreaks in Accra on 3 June displaced families and disrupted livelihoods. Stanbic Bank Ghana donated GH¢400,000 in relief items including protective equipment and food supplies to NADMO to assist affected communities.

    9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Saturday 6 June

  1. Ghana Meteorological Agency forecasts aid Oti River fishermen safety

    Fishermen on Ghana's Oti River in Dambai rely on daily weather forecasts from the Ghana Meteorological Agency to navigate the river safely, as traditional signs no longer reliably predict sudden storms and changing winds that have long posed dangers to communities dependent on the waterway.

    6 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 5 June

  1. Ghana's power system should handle predictable seasonal disruptions

    An opinion piece argues that Ghana's recurring electricity outages blamed on rainfall, storms, and bushfires reflect a systemic vulnerability to known, manageable risks rather than unavoidable events. The article contends that a resilient power system should anticipate and quickly recover from such predictable seasonal disruptions.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana repeats flood cycle despite warnings, World Environment Day

    An editorial marks World Environment Day amid Ghana's recurrent flooding: on June 3, the anniversary of the nation's deadliest flood disaster, the same streets in Accra flooded again despite warnings from the Ghana Meteorological Agency and NADMO. The piece criticizes the gap between rhetorical environmental commitments and persistent failure to address preventable crises.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Thursday 4 June

  1. Accra traders suffer heavy losses from flooding at Tiptoe Lane

    Traders at Tiptoe Lane in Kwame Nkrumah Circle report heavy losses after Wednesday night's torrential rains destroyed shops and swept away goods worth thousands of cedis. The traders say recurring floods threaten their businesses and livelihoods, and are calling for urgent intervention from city authorities.

    4 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Heavy rainfall floods multiple Accra areas, disrupts transport and business

    Heavy rainfall on Wednesday submerged several parts of Accra including Circle, Kaneshie, Pantang, Ashaley Botwe Lakeside, Ashaiman, and Sakumono, disrupting transport and business activities. The Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast mixed weather conditions through June 5, 2026, with low overall risk but advisories for residents to remain alert to localised disturbances.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana Meteorological Agency forecasts scattered rains, thunderstorms June 3–5

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast mixed weather conditions across the country from June 3 to June 5, 2026, with periods of thunderstorms, rain, mist, and occasional sunny intervals expected in different ecological zones; the overall risk level remains low, though residents are advised to stay alert to localised weather disturbances, particularly during morning and evening hours.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 1 June

  1. Ghana's recurring flooding crisis reflects systemic neglect, not natural disaster

    Since 1935, floods in Ghana have killed over 3,000 people and displaced more than 700,000, with the 2015 Accra petrol station fire that killed at least 150 illustrating how poor land-use planning and drainage maintenance turn rainy seasons into preventable catastrophes. The article argues repeated flooding reflects institutional failure and inaction rather than inevitable natural disaster.

    1 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Southern Ghana faces flood risk as heavy rains approach

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency warns that thousands of residents in parts of southern Ghana risk severe flooding and storm-related destruction in the coming weeks if urgent steps are not taken to desilt drains and clear waterways. The agency expects intense rainfall activity across Greater Accra, Central, Ashanti and Eastern regions between June and early July, with coastal communities likely to record some of the heaviest rainfall in the country.

    20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Sunday 17 May

  1. GMet warns of moderate to heavy rainfall Sunday evening

    Ghana's Meteorological Agency has issued a weather warning for moderate to heavy rainfall across several parts of Ghana from Sunday evening into the night, with the Greater Accra, Eastern, Central, and Western regions expected to be hardest hit. The agency advised residents in affected areas to avoid flood-prone areas, secure loose objects, and take precautionary measures as strong winds may precede the storms.

    17 May 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 8 May

  1. Ghana Meteo warns of thunderstorms across northern, coastal regions

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned that thunderstorms and rain activities are expected to affect the northern, transition, and coastal sectors, with systems moving inland from Togo and Benin. The agency advised the public to take precautionary measures, avoid flood-prone zones, and secure loose objects ahead of strong winds.

    8 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. GMet forecasts thundery rains for southern Ghana, sunny north

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast thundery rainfall and cloudy conditions across southern Ghana later in the day, while the north will experience mostly sunny conditions with possible isolated thunderstorms. The agency has advised the public to remain alert in areas prone to flooding and strong winds as weather conditions could change rapidly.

    6 May 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 29 April

  1. WMO warns El Niño may elevate 2027 temperatures, risk droughts and floods for Ghana

    The World Meteorological Organization indicates El Niño conditions may develop in 2026, potentially raising global temperatures into 2027 and disrupting rainfall patterns. For Ghana, this could intensify disruptions to rainfall, flooding, and pressure on food and energy systems, with agriculture particularly vulnerable as farming systems depend heavily on seasonal rains.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. GMet warns of thunderstorms, strong winds in five regions

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued a weather alert for thunderstorms and rainfall across the Volta, Greater Accra, Eastern, Central, and Western regions, with strong winds posing potential risks to residents and property.

    28 April 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 26 April

  1. GMet warns of rainstorm and strong winds across Ghana

    The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued an impact-based weather alert for a moderate rainstorm moving westward from the Togo–Benin border, expected to bring widespread cloudiness, thunderstorms, and rainfall of varying intensities across coastal, middle, and transition zones, accompanied by strong winds.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

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