August weather forecastJakobkrom, Ghana
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Jakobkrom, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.2°C (70.2°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
Jakobkrom's coldest season falls during July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F).Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a torrid 35°C (95°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The heat index values could be amplified by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 85%.Rainfall
In Jakobkrom, in August, it is raining for 25.6 days, with typically 84mm (3.31") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 282.6 rainfall days, and 1104mm (43.46") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:58 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:09 GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 5.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (34.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 21.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.7mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average wind speed in August: 7.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average humidity in August: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (68%).
Average rainfall in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average rainfall in August: 84mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (171mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (25mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average rainfall days in August: 25.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (13.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average sunshine days in August: 3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1 days).
Average UV index in August
Jakobkrom, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average cloud cover in August: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in August
Jakobkrom, Ghana
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are February and March (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6km).
