August weather forecastAba, Nigeria

Weather in August

Aba in August experiences a slight dip in the rainfall to 291mm (11.46"). The weather stays generally wet, supplemented by a persistent high humidity level. The cloudiness remains relatively high, curtailing the duration of sunshine. A certain cooling is observed compared to preceding months with the temperature dropping to 28.6°C (83.5°F). With slight changes in the weather dynamics, August signals a beginning to the end of the wet season.

Temperature

Aba experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still warm 28.6°C (83.5°F) in August, closely aligned with July's 28.4°C (83.1°F). During August, the average low-temperature is an agreeable 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in August is evaluated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. Being under direct sunlight might amplify the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Aba is 86%.

Rainfall

In August, in Aba, the rain falls for 30.3 days. Throughout August, 291mm (11.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 309.6 rainfall days, and 1978mm (77.87") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Aba is August, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Aba. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests this advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.