August weather forecastAnwomaso, Ghana
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Anwomaso, Ghana, with an average temperature ranging between min 20.7°C (69.3°F) and max 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
July and August, with an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F), are the coldest months.Heat index
August's heat index is calculated to be a torrid 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 87%.Rainfall
In Anwomaso, in August, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. In Anwomaso, during the entire year, the rain falls for 265.7 days and collects up to 1056mm (41.57") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day in Anwomaso is 12h and 20min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 5 transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Suggestions to resist sunburn are offered. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 20.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.3°C).
Average pressure in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.6mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (4.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average humidity in August: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).
Average rainfall in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average rainfall in August: 84mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (155mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (11mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (28.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.1 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in August: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average sunshine days in August: 3.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are August and September (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average cloud cover in August: 77
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in August
Anwomaso, Ghana
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are January and February (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are September and October (5km).
