August Weather in Accra

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Accra, Ghana, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 24°C (75°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (78°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Accra throughout August hovers around 90%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

24°C (75°F)

Average temperature

26°C (78°F)

Maximum temperature

90%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Accra averages 39 mm (1.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 16 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 13 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 20% probability of sunny days during this period.

39 mm (1.5 inches)

Precipitation

7 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 13 minutes

Sunshine hours

20%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Accra reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 5 8 11 12 11 8 5 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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