August weather forecast
Takoradi, Ghana

August

Weather in August

Takoradi in August preserves the monsoon feel, even as the average amount of rainfall lessens compared to the previous months. The climatic pressure is consistent with July, suggesting a seamless transition between these months. The city continues to savor the winding down of the monsoons, the receding rains leaving behind a palette of rich, saturated hues. A decreased daylight duration compared to the january-to-june period results in long, quiet evenings and the city slipping into star-lit nights a little earlier.

Temperature

August, with its average high-temperature of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 23.2°C (73.8°F), holds the record as the coldest month in Takoradi.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Takoradi is 85%.

Rainfall

In August, in Takoradi, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout August, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Takoradi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 268.5 days and collects up to 987mm (38.86") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).
Note: If cold is not your friend, swimming at 24°C (75.2°F) might be daunting. But the right mix of sunshine, wind, and external temperature can make a difference. Although wetsuits are not essential, they can enhance the swimming experience.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Takoradi, Ghana, is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Attention! The combination of sand and water reflections enhances UV ray intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Takoradi?
The coldest period in Takoradi is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 26.7°C (80.1°F) and a low of 23.2°C (73.8°F).
What is the usual temperature for Takoradi in August?
In August, in Takoradi, the average high-temperature is 26.7°C (80.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°C (73.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in June is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).
What is the average humidity in August in Takoradi?
The average relative humidity in August in Takoradi is 85%.
How much does it rain in Takoradi in August?
In Takoradi, in August, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the coldest sea water in Takoradi?
The month with the coldest seawater in Takoradi, Ghana, is August, with an average sea temperature of 24°C (75.2°F).
What is the sea temperature in August in Takoradi?
In August, the average sea temperature is 24°C (75.2°F). For individuals prone to feeling cold, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) is still regarded as intolerable. A wetsuit is not a necessity, but sunshine, wind, and air temperature are essential factors for relishing swimming at 24°C (75.2°F).
What is the average length of the day in August in Takoradi?
In August, the average day length is 12h and 16min.
When are sunrise and sunset in August in Takoradi?
On the first day of August in Takoradi, sunrise is at 06:03 and sunset at 18:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 18:13 GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Takoradi?
With an average of 5.4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Takoradi, Ghana.
How long on average sun shines in August in Takoradi?
In August, the average sunshine duration in Takoradi is 5.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Takoradi?
The months with the lowest UV index in Takoradi are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
How high is the UV index in August in Takoradi?
The average daily maximum UV index in August in Takoradi, Ghana, is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (31.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average wind speed in August: 13.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average humidity in August: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (76%).

Average rainfall in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average rainfall in August: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (39mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (17.7 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average sea temperature in August: 24°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (24°C).

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

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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (10.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (2.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average UV index in August: 6

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 June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average cloud cover in August: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in August
Takoradi, Ghana
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (9km).

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