August weather forecastOguta, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

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

Temperature

August is Oguta's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and lows of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Adopt extra preventive measures, the occurrence of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is likely. Heatstroke may follow extended activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 88%.

Rainfall

In Oguta, in August, during 28.3 rainfall days, 194mm (7.64") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Oguta, 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 is 12h and 18min.
On the first day of August in Oguta, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.2h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Oguta.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Oguta is August, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 5 in August leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Protective measures against sun-induced damage are advised. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and a low of 22.3°C (72.1°F), August stands out as the coldest month in Oguta, Nigeria.

Oguta in August has an average high-temperature of 28.3°C (82.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 88%.

In Oguta, during August, the rain falls for 28.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation.

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

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:50. On the last day of the month, in Oguta, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:39 WAT.

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

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

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

In Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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: 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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
Oguta, 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).