August weather forecast
Tema, Ghana

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Weather in August

August paints a different picture in terms of the weather in Tema. The rain showers reduce significantly and there are more bright spots throughout the day. A gradual rise in temperature balances the cool mornings from the previous cooler month, July. It is noteworthy that the wind picks up speed with gusts hitting a high of 25.6km/h (15.9mph). Come September, the rains will be back as well as higher humidity levels.

Temperature

In Tema, the month of August is known for its lowest average temperatures, reaching a high of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low of 23.5°C (74.3°F).

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Tema, Ghana, is 84%.

Rainfall

In August, in Tema, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout August, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 212 rainfall days, and 657mm (25.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

August is the month with the coldest seawater in Tema, with an average sea temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 23.6°C (74.5°F) water can be enjoyable based on one's cold tolerance and conditions like sunshine, wind, and ambient temperature. (Olympic swimmers compete in waters between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:06 GMT.

Sunshine

In Tema, the average sunshine in August is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tema are July and August, 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 average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during August leads to these instructions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be cautious! Sand and water surfaces make the Sun's UV rays more potent.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Tema?

Tema's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and an average low temperature of 23.5°C (74.3°F), is the coldest in the year.

What are the temperatures in Tema in August?

In Tema, in August, the average high-temperature is 26.3°C (79.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 23.5°C (74.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in July is appraised at 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Tema?

The average relative humidity in August in Tema, Ghana, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in August in Tema?

In Tema, in August, during 18.5 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What month is the sea coldest in Tema?

With an average sea temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater in Tema.

What is the sea temperature in August in Tema?

In August, the average sea temperature is 23.6°C (74.5°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 23.6°C (74.5°F).

What is the average length of the day in August in Tema?

The average day length in August is 12h and 18min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Tema?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, in Tema, Ghana, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:06 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tema have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Tema, Ghana, is 8.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tema?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Tema, Ghana.

What is the UV index reading in August in Tema?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Tema is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Tema, Ghana

Average temperature in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (26.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 23.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (23.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Tema, Ghana

Average pressure in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Tema, Ghana

Average wind speed in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average wind speed in August: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Tema, Ghana

Average humidity in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average humidity in August: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Tema, Ghana

Average rainfall in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average rainfall in August: 35mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (128mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (17mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Tema, Ghana

Average rainfall days in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average rainfall days in August: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (24.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average sea temperature in August
Tema, Ghana

Average sea temperature in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average sea temperature in August: 23.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is May (28.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (23.6°C).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Tema, Ghana

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Tema, 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: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Tema, Ghana

Average sunshine days in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average sunshine days in August: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Tema, Ghana

Average UV index in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Tema, Ghana

Average cloud cover in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average cloud cover in August: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Tema, Ghana

Average visibility in August - Tema, Ghana
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

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

Tema, Ghana

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