August weather forecast
Akaba, Togo

Aubust in Akaba remains under the influence of a high rainfall trend. However, the temperatures rise slightly compared to July, contributing to the city's warm tropical climate. The humidity remains high, but the city maintains a healthy balance with its environment. This month is characterized by prolonged cloud cover, which serves as a shield from the sun's intense heat.

Temperature

Akaba's August weather reaches an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and an average low of 20.9°C (69.6°F), making it the coldest month.

Heat index

The heat index for August is calculated to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are August and September, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Akaba, during August, the rain falls for 27.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 126mm (4.96") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Akaba, Togo, there are 227.3 rainfall days, and 958mm (37.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Akaba is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:04 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 7.3h.

UV index

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Akaba. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.