August weather forecast
Tontokrom, Ghana

August, the last month of the summer in Tontokrom, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 20.8°C (69.4°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

Welcoming August, Tontokrom notes an average high-temperature of a still warm 28.8°C (83.8°F), nearly consistent with July's 28.7°C (83.7°F). Tontokrom's August nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 20.8°C (69.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is computed to be a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Tontokrom, the average relative humidity in August is 87%.

Rainfall

In Tontokrom, Ghana, in August, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. In Tontokrom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 287.9 days and collects up to 1084mm (42.68") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Tontokrom is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Tontokrom, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are August and September, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

UV index

August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Tontokrom. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 5 during August translates into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.