August weather forecastKaru, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Karu, Nigeria, with an average temperature fluctuating between 21.2°C (70.2°F) and 27.7°C (81.9°F).

Temperature

Karu experiences its lowest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low of 21.2°C (70.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is estimated at a tropical 33°C (91.4°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors 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 hold particular significance for children. 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

August is the most humid month in Karu, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.2 days and accumulates 228mm (8.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index in Karu, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during August translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.

Frequently asked questions

Karu's August weather, marked by an average high temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and an average low temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F), is the coldest in the year.

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F) and a low-temperature of 21.2°C (70.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

In Karu, the average relative humidity in August is 88%.

August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 28.2 days and accumulates 228mm (8.98") of precipitation.

In Karu, Nigeria, in August, it is raining for 28.2 days, with typically 228mm (8.98") of accumulated precipitation.

In Karu, the average day length in August is 12h and 25min.

On the first day of August in Karu, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

With an average of 5.6h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in August is 5.6h.

August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in August: 27.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (38.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (27.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is April (25.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°C).

Average pressure in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average pressure in August: 1012.9mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (4.4km/h).

Average humidity in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in August: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (24%).

Average rainfall in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in August: 228mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (228mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (28.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 5h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in August: 1.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (1.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are February and March (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is August (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average cloud cover in August: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 3).

Average visibility in August
Karu, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in August: 7km

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