August weather forecastDuke Town, Nigeria

August weather forecast for Duke Town, Nigeria: The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Duke Town, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°C (72.7°F) and max 28.3°C (82.9°F). In Duke Town, Nigeria, the months of July and August are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Duke Town, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.6°C (72.7°F) and max 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Temperature

Temperatures reach their minimum during July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

Heat index

In August, the average heat index is calculated to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Duke Town, in August, it is raining for 29.5 days, with typically 308mm (12.13") of accumulated precipitation. In Duke Town, Nigeria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 287.4 days and collects up to 1897mm (74.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4h 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 6 leads to the following instructions:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.

Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In Duke Town, Nigeria, the months of July and August are known for the lowest temperatures, reaching an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

The high-temperature during August is 28.3°C (82.9°F) and the low-temperature is 22.6°C (72.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 34°C (93.2°F).

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Duke Town.

In August, the average relative humidity is 87%.

In August, in Duke Town, the rain falls for 29.5 days. Throughout August, 308mm (12.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Duke Town, the average day length in August is 12h and 17min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:23 and sunset at 18:43. On the last day of the month, in Duke Town, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:33 WAT.

With an average of 4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in August is 4h.

June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Duke Town.

In Duke Town, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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28.3°C

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Average temperature in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35.2°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.3°C).

Average low temperature in August: 22.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.6°C).

Average pressure in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August: 5.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (6.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.8km/h).

Average humidity in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average humidity in August: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (69%).

Average rainfall in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August: 308mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (345mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (19mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August: 29.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (13.5 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

Average sunshine in August: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Duke Town, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August: 1.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.8 days).

Average UV index in August
Duke Town, 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).