August weather forecastKodjo, Togo

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Kodjo, Togo, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°C (84.7°F) and 22°C (71.6°F).

Temperature

Shifting into August, Kodjo records an average high-temperature of a still warm 29.3°C (84.7°F), presenting minor fluctuations compared to the previous month. Nighttime temperature in Kodjo lowers to an average of 22°C (71.6°F) in August.

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a sweltering 36°C (96.8°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
In response to overheating, the human body perspires to cool down, mainly through the evaporation of sweat. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity is 83%.

Rainfall

In Kodjo, during August, the rain falls for 22.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. In Kodjo, Togo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 215.8 days and collects up to 648mm (25.51") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Kodjo, Togo, is 12h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:13. On the last day of August, in Kodjo, sunrise is at 05:47 and sunset at 18:02 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 6.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kodjo. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. 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. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear.