August weather forecastNuman, Nigeria
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Numan, Nigeria, with an average temperature ranging between min 22.3°C (72.1°F) and max 30.2°C (86.4°F).Temperature
August is the month that records the lowest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 30.2°C (86.4°F) to a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a very hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement additional cautionary measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Prolonged activity might induce heatstroke.In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.
Humidity
The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 27.7 days and typically aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Numan is 12h and 25min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:02 and sunset at 18:21 WAT.
Sunshine
August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.UV index
In Numan, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average high temperature in August: 30.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (41.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (30.2°C).
- Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are April and May (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.7°C).
Average pressure in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average pressure in August: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is August (1012mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1007.2mbar).
Average wind speed in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average wind speed in August: 6.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (7.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.7km/h).
Average humidity in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (17%).
Average rainfall in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average rainfall in August: 159mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (159mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average rainfall days in August: 27.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (27.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average daylight in August: 12h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in August: 7h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average sunshine days in August: 2.7 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.7 days).
Average UV index in August
Numan, 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 July (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average cloud cover in August: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).
Average visibility in August
Numan, Nigeria
- Average visibility in August: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
