August weather forecastObetim Uno, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Obetim Uno, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

The coldest period is August, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 34°C (93.2°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. 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.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 88%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout August, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Obetim Uno, during the entire year, the rain falls for 283.6 days and collects up to 1467mm (57.76") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Obetim Uno is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is August, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

UV index

August is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 5 in August leads to these recommendations:
Be mindful. Those with pale skin might receive burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

August, with an average high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F), signifies the coldest month of the year.

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 34°C (93.2°F).

The average relative humidity in August is 88%.

In August, the rain falls for 28.3 days. Throughout August, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is accumulated.

In August, the average day length is 12h and 18min.

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:29 and sunset at 18:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:41 WAT.

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.2h of sunshine.

In Obetim Uno, the average sunshine duration in August is 4.2h.

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

In Obetim Uno, Nigeria, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average high temperature in August: 28.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and February (36°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (28.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, July and August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Obetim Uno, 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 (1009.4mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average wind speed in August: 7.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average humidity in August: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (53%).

Average rainfall in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall in August: 194mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (217mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (10mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average rainfall days in August: 28.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.6 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 18min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 4h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average sunshine days in August: 2.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.1 days).

Average UV index in August
Obetim Uno, 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
Obetim Uno, 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 January (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in August
Obetim Uno, Nigeria

  • Average visibility in August: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and March (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (6km).