August weather forecastAkwa, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Akwa, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.2°C (72°F) and max 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

In Akwa, Nigeria, the lowest average temperatures are observed in August, with a high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and a low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt special protective actions against heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Long-duration activity risks heatstroke.
Know that the heat index computations account for shaded terrains and slight winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. With high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, sweat production is restricted, leading to an amplified perception of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Akwa are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Akwa, in August, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 209mm (8.23") of accumulated precipitation. In Akwa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 253.1 days and collects up to 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of August in Akwa, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Akwa. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in August leads to these guidelines:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

August brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 22.2°C (72°F).

In Akwa, in August, the average high-temperature is 28.5°C (83.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.2°C (72°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 35°C (95°F).

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

In August, the average relative humidity in Akwa is 88%.

In Akwa, during August, the rain falls for 29.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 209mm (8.23") of precipitation.

In August, the average day length in Akwa is 12h and 19min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of the month, in Akwa, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Akwa.

In August, the average sunshine duration in Akwa, Nigeria, is 4.8h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Akwa, Nigeria, are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Akwa is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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August

Sep

Average high temperature

28.6°C

28.5°C

29°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.6km/h

8.8km/h

7.3km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

1.3

1.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average high temperature in August: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.5°C).

Average low temperature in August: 22.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average pressure in August: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.2mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August: 8.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6km/h).

Average humidity in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average humidity in August: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (47%).

Average rainfall in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August: 209mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (227mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (6mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August: 29.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.3 days).

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

Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in August: 4h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August: 1.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (1 days).

Average UV index in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in August: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in August
Akwa, Nigeria

Average visibility in August: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (6km).