Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
August
Weather in August
Temperature
August brings the lowest temperatures, with an average high of 30.4°C (86.7°F) and an average low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).Heat index
The heat index for August is appraised at a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the 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 the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.
Humidity
August is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.8 days and typically aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 12h and 29min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:04 and sunset at 18:24 WAT.
Sunshine
In Nafada, the average sunshine in August is 8h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Nafada is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Nafada?
How hot is August?
What is the most humid month in Nafada?
What is the average humidity in August?
What is the rainiest month?
How many days does it rain in August?
How many hours of daylight does Nafada have in August?
What time are sunrise and sunset in August?
How long on average sun shines in August in Nafada?
What is the UV index reading in August?
Average temperature in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in August: 30.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (40.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.4°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (27.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (16.2°C).
Average pressure in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average pressure in August: 1011.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in August: 8.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.9km/h).
Average humidity in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (15%).
Average rainfall in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in August: 115mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (115mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in August: 8h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April and May (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in August: 44
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in August
Nafada, Nigeria
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (9km).
