August weather forecast
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

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Weather in August

In August, the tropical monsoon influence is prominent in Port Harcourt's weather. The city sees a further increase in wind speed, and sea temperature remains steady, offering some balance amidst the monsoon's characteristic high humidity and rainfall. Despite the obscured sun and perpetual showers, life in the city marches on. All in all, August in Port Harcourt is a warm, humid, and rainy affair, keeping true to its tropical monsoon climate.

Temperature

As August unfolds in Port Harcourt, the average high-temperature reaches a still warm 26.9°C (80.4°F), hinting at a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Port Harcourt witnesses an average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) throughout the month of August.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 87%.

Rainfall

In August, in Port Harcourt, the rain falls for 30.1 days. Throughout August, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, there are 310.7 rainfall days, and 2138mm (84.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

The month with the coldest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 26.1°C (79°F).
Note: For any water activity, the surface water temperatures in the range of 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are deemed excellent and incredibly pleasant for longer durations.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Port Harcourt is 12h and 16min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Port Harcourt is August, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Harcourt. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 5 in August interprets into the following advice:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.
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Frequently asked questions

What are August temperatures in Port Harcourt?

August temperatures in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, vary between a high-temperature of 26.9°C (80.4°F) and a low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in June is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in August in Port Harcourt?

In Port Harcourt, the average relative humidity in August is 87%.

How many days does it rain in August in Port Harcourt?

In Port Harcourt, Nigeria, in August, during 30.1 rainfall days, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When is the sea coldest in Port Harcourt?

With an average sea temperature of 26.1°C (79°F), August is the month with the coldest seawater.

How warm is the water in August in Port Harcourt?

In August, the average sea temperature in Port Harcourt is 26.1°C (79°F). For swimming, diving, and other water activities, temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are perceived as very enjoyable and pleasurable for prolonged periods without feeling uncomfortable.

What is the average length of the day in August in Port Harcourt?

In Port Harcourt, the average day length in August is 12h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Port Harcourt?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:28 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, in Port Harcourt, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Port Harcourt?

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Harcourt have in August?

The average sunshine duration in August in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Port Harcourt?

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.

What is the UV index reading in August in Port Harcourt?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Port Harcourt is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average temperature in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in August: 26.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (32.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (26.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 21.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (24.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (21.8°C).

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Average pressure in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average pressure in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in August: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in August: 9.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (9.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.3km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average humidity in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (70%).

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Average rainfall in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in August: 256mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (293mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and October (30.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (14.9 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average sea temperature in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average sea temperature in August: 26.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is April (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average daylight in August: 12h and 2min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.2 days).

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Average UV index in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average UV index in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in August: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, April, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).

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Average cloud cover in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in August: 78

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 78).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in August
Port Harcourt, Nigeria

Average visibility in August - Port Harcourt, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August, September and October (7km).

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