August weather forecastNandom, Ghana
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Nandom, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 30.2°C (86.4°F).Temperature
Nandom's coldest month, August, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) to a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).Heat index
August's average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.
Humidity
The most humid month in Nandom, Ghana, is August, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 24.3 days and typically aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of precipitation.Daylight
In Nandom, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 28min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:21 GMT.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 7h of sunshine.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 6, August is the month with the lowest UV index in Nandom. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average high temperature in August: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is April (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°C).
Average pressure in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average pressure in August: 1012.4mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.4mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (9.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average humidity in August: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (15%).
Average rainfall in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average rainfall in August: 120mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (120mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average rainfall days in August: 24.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.3 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average sunshine days in August: 4.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (30.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average cloud cover in August: 48
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in August
Nandom, Ghana
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (9km).
