August weather forecast
Apedwa, Ghana

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Apedwa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Temperature

The lowest level of Apedwa's temperatures is noted during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Heat index

During August, the heat index is calculated to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 86%.

Rainfall

In Apedwa, in August, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 119mm (4.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Apedwa, Ghana, there are 275.8 rainfall days, and 1288mm (50.71") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Apedwa, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

Sunshine

In Apedwa, the average sunshine in August is 6.1h.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 5 in August, converts into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Apedwa?

Apedwa's temperatures tend to hit their minimum during July and August, with an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

How hot is it in Apedwa in August?

In Apedwa, 28.3°C (82.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 20.8°C (69.4°F) is the average low-temperature during August. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Apedwa?

The average relative humidity in August is 86%.

How many days does it rain in August in Apedwa?

In August, in Apedwa, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout August, 119mm (4.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Apedwa have in August?

In Apedwa, Ghana, the average day length in August is 12h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Apedwa?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, in Apedwa, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Apedwa?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Apedwa?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Apedwa, Ghana.

How high is the UV index in August in Apedwa?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Apedwa is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average temperature in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (34.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average pressure in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1009.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average wind speed in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and August (7.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (5.6km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average humidity in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average humidity in August: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

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Average rainfall in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average rainfall in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average rainfall in August: 119mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (209mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average rainfall days in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 27.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average sunshine days in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.7 days).

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Average UV index in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average UV index in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average cloud cover in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average cloud cover in August: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in August
Apedwa, Ghana

Average visibility in August - Apedwa, Ghana
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, September and October (6km).

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