August weather forecastEgbu, Nigeria
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Egbu, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
Temperatures reach their minimum during July and August, recording an average high-temperature of 28.8°C (83.8°F).Heat index
For August, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. 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. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Egbu is 87%.Rainfall
In Egbu, during August, the rain falls for 29.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 255mm (10.04") of precipitation. In Egbu, Nigeria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 267.9 days and collects up to 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 17min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.UV index
The month with the lowest UV index is August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in August: 28.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (36.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (28.8°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average pressure in August: 1013.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.5mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.5mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in August: 6.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.6km/h).
Average humidity in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average humidity in August: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (55%).
Average rainfall in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in August: 255mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (273mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in August: 29.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Egbu, 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: 3h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in August: 0.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.5 days).
Average UV index in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average UV index in August: 5
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in August: 78
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in August
Egbu, Nigeria
- Average visibility in August: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and September (6km).
