August weather forecast
Umuawulu, Nigeria

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Umuawulu, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.2°C (72°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Umuawulu reaches its lowest average temperatures in August, measuring 28.5°C (83.3°F) at the peak and 22.2°C (72°F) at the lowest.

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Ensure extra safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
To cool down, the human body relies on perspiration, a process where excessive heat is eliminated as sweat evaporates. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Umuawulu are July through September, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Umuawulu, in August, it is raining for 29.3 days, with typically 209mm (8.23") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Umuawulu, there are 253.1 rainfall days, and 1279mm (50.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Umuawulu, Nigeria, the average length of the day in August is 12h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:26 and sunset at 18:49. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year in Umuawulu.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are June through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.