August weather forecastPatakro, Ghana
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Patakro, Ghana, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 20.8°C (69.4°F).Temperature
Transitioning into August, Patakro records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), almost identical to July's 29.1°C (84.4°F). Patakro records an average nighttime low of 20.8°C (69.4°F) in August.Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.Rainfall
In Patakro, in August, it is raining for 22.4 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Patakro, there are 242.3 rainfall days, and 832mm (32.76") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:24. On the last day of August, in Patakro, sunrise is at 05:59 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 4.8h.UV index
July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Patakro. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 5 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average high temperature in August: 29.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (36.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (29.1°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 20.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (23.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (20.8°C).
Average pressure in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average pressure in August: 1013.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.8mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (5.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (3.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Patakro, 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 (63%).
Average rainfall in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average rainfall in August: 64mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (125mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (12mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (27.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.7 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Patakro, 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 48min).
- Average sunshine in August: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (1.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Patakro, 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 July and August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average cloud cover in August: 78
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Patakro, Ghana
- Average visibility in August: 6km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, September and October (5km).
