August weather forecastAbuja, Nigeria

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August

Weather in August

August prolongs the rainy season in Abuja, Nigeria. The high-pressure levels foster the formation of cloud cover, thus reducing the amount of sunlight reaching the city's surface. The city's topography shrouded in monsoon clouds is a sight to behold for nature enthusiasts. August experiences the highest average rainfall across the year, amounting to a significant 194mm (7.64"). The monsoon transforms the cityscape into an enthralling green panorama.

Temperature

In Abuja, August is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 26.4 days and accumulates 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Abuja, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index in Abuja, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 5 during August translates into the following guidance:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

In Abuja, August is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and a low of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

The high-temperature, in August, in Abuja, is 28.4°C (83.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 21.8°C (71.2°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

The average relative humidity in August in Abuja, Nigeria, is 87%.

The month with the most rainfall in Abuja is August, when the rain falls for 26.4 days and typically aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

In Abuja, Nigeria, during August, the rain falls for 26.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

The average day length in August is 12h and 25min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:52. On the last day of the month, in Abuja, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Abuja is 5.8h.

With an average maximum UV index of 5, August is the month with the lowest UV index in Abuja, Nigeria.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Abuja is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (39.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°C).

Average pressure in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (21%).

Average rainfall in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in August: 194mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (194mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in August: 26.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February, March and April (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in August: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in August
Abuja, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).