August weather forecastItu, Nigeria
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a moderately hot month in Itu, Nigeria, with temperature in the range of an average low of 22.2°C (72°F) and an average high of 28.8°C (83.8°F).Temperature
The coldest period falls in July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 28.8°C (83.8°F).Heat index
During August, the heat index is computed to be a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Direct sunlight exposure should be noted as it has the potential to increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. 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.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Itu is 87%.Rainfall
In Itu, Nigeria, during August, the rain falls for 29.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 255mm (10.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 267.9 rainfall days, and 1649mm (64.92") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
In Itu, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 17min.On the first day of August in Itu, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:37 WAT.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Itu.UV index
With an average maximum UV index of 5, August is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In August, the UV index of 5 transforms into the following advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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
Itu, 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).
