August weather forecastAwkuzu, Nigeria

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Awkuzu, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 22.2°C (72°F).

Temperature

August, having an average high-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.2°C (72°F), is the coldest month.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation 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 are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Awkuzu, in August, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 209mm (8.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Awkuzu, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in August converts into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.