August weather forecast
Atakpame, Togo

Entering August, Atakpame's weather also enters a transitional phase. While the city still receives considerable amounts of rain, signs of the rains receding become more evident as the month progresses. The slight dip in temperature becomes more pronounced, and the sun shines less brightly. Wind speeds provide no significant change, remaining rather unchanged. August reports the highest cloud coverage for the year at 60%.

Temperature

August, with average temperatures reaching a high of 28.8°C (83.8°F) and a low of 20.9°C (69.6°F), is the coldest month in Atakpame, Togo.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is evaluated at a torrid 35°C (95°F). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
When temperatures rise, the human body turns to perspiration, using the cooling power of evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Atakpame, in August, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 126mm (4.96") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Atakpame, there are 227.3 rainfall days, and 958mm (37.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Atakpame is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of August, in Atakpame, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:03 GMT.

Sunshine

In Atakpame, the average sunshine in August is 7.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.