Tamale weather in August (Ghana)

Planning a trip to Tamale in August? This guide provides all the details you need.

In August, Tamale generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 30°C, while nights can cool down to about 23°C. This month usually represents the year's cooler end of the spectrum. However, it still remains warm.

Tamale in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 231 mm for the month. This month marks the year's heaviest rainfall, with frequent intense rainshowers. It's advisable to be prepared with appropriate rain gear to stay dry. Typically around 21 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 139 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Tamale. June and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tamale climate page with graphs.

 

Tamale, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 23°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 231 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 69%  
SunshineSunshine 139 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 36%  

Where to go in Ghana in August

Find out more about the weather in Ghana in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Tamale in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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