Global temperatures are rising at unprecedented levels. Since 1880, global temperatures have risen by more than 1˚C (1.8˚F), while levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have increased from 280 parts per million (ppm) to more than 400ppm. Atmospheric and oceanic temperatures have steadily climbed, and the impacts of this warming are clear. Glaciers are receding or disappearing and Arctic sea ice is declining. Antarctic and Greenland ice sheets are melting and sea levels are rising. Scientists have determined that it is extremely likely the increase in greenhouse gas emissions from human activity is the largest driver of this change.

Today’s decisions – and indecisions – will shape what the world will look like for decades, even centuries to come. Our ability to limit dangerous climate change and achieve development goals will be determined by whether we can fundamentally change the way we frame problems and make decisions, moving from a myopic and reactive approach to a far-sighted approach that is transformational and guided by a shared vision.

This table presents key climate change indicators for Ghana, highlighting long-term trends and observed impacts. Over recent decades, Ghana has experienced a gradual increase in average temperatures, with hotter and drier conditions becoming more frequent in the northern regions. Rainfall patterns have become more erratic, with shorter rainy seasons and more intense downpours, contributing to both droughts and floods. These changes are already affecting agriculture, water resources, and public health, particularly in vulnerable communities. The data underscores the urgent need for climate adaptation strategies and sustainable land use planning to build resilience across sectors.

The country’s climate is shaped by its diverse landscapes—from humid coastlines and fertile highlands to expansive arid and semi-arid zones. These environments respond differently to variations in temperature, rainfall, and extreme events. Understanding how these climate patterns are shifting is essential for planning agriculture, water resources, infrastructure, and disaster preparedness.
This dashboard highlights the key indicators that define the country’s climate today, how they vary across seasons and regions, and what they mean for future resilience.

Increased extremely hot days may prove fatal to vulnerable populations, and harmful species like mosquitos that transmit diseases such as malaria, dengue, and zika are also changing their habitat ranges, with implications for human health. WHO estimates that heat exposure, malaria, food scarcity and lack of access to clean water and shelter due to climate change may result in up to 250,000 additional deaths per year.

Today’s decisions – and indecisions – will shape what the world will look like for decades, even centuries to come. Our ability to limit dangerous climate change and achieve development goals will be determined by whether we can fundamentally change the way we frame problems and make decisions, moving from a myopic and reactive approach to a far-sighted approach that is transformational and guided by a shared vision.