August weather forecastIlugun, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Ilugun, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.1°C (71.8°F) and an average high of 28.9°C (84°F).

Temperature

In Ilugun, Nigeria, the month of August registers the lowest temperatures, averaging 28.9°C (84°F) at the peak and 22.1°C (71.8°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

For August, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. A rise in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees may result from direct sunlight exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ilugun, in August, during 26.8 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 242.8 rainfall days, and 893mm (35.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 4.7h of sunshine.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Ilugun. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 during August translates into the following directions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. 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. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.

Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Ilugun notes the coldest temperatures in August, with a average high of 28.9°C (84°F) and a low of 22.1°C (71.8°F).

In Ilugun, in August, the average high-temperature is 28.9°C (84°F), and the average low-temperature is 22.1°C (71.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

July through September, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months.

In Ilugun, the average relative humidity in August is 86%.

In Ilugun, in August, during 26.8 rainfall days, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Ilugun, the average day length in August is 12h and 22min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:38 and sunset at 19:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 18:53 WAT.

With an average of 4.7h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

In Ilugun, the average sunshine duration in August is 4.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

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

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Average temperature in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average high temperature in August: 28.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (37°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.9°C).

Average low temperature in August: 22.1°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are March and April (25.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.1°C).

Average pressure in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average pressure in August: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.4mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are February and March (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (56%).

Average rainfall in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August: 114mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (145mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August: 26.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

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

Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

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 42min).

Average sunshine in August: 4h and 42min

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

Average sunshine days in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August: 3.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (2.4 days).

Average UV index in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average UV index in August: 6

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

Average cloud cover in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in August: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in August
Ilugun, Nigeria

Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (7km).