August Weather in Tamale

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Tamale, Ghana, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (80°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Tamale throughout August hovers around 89%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (80°F)

Average temperature

32°C (90°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Tamale averages 228 mm (9.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 25 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 24 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 49 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 11% probability of sunny days during this period.

228 mm (9.0 inches)

Precipitation

25 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 49 minutes

Sunshine hours

11%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Tamale reaches a maximum of 13, 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 6 9 12 13 12 10 6 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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