August weather forecastUmukabia, Nigeria

August

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another warm month in Umukabia, Nigeria, with an average temperature varying between 22.3°C (72.1°F) and 28.6°C (83.5°F).

Temperature

August is marked by an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.6°C (83.5°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Throughout August, Umukabia records an average temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F) at night.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a very hot 35°C (95°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an estimation of the warmth sensation when considering humidity levels. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Umukabia is 86%.

Rainfall

In Umukabia, in August, it is raining for 30.3 days, with typically 291mm (11.46") of accumulated precipitation. In Umukabia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 309.6 days and collects up to 1978mm (77.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Umukabia is 12h and 17min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of August, in Umukabia, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

Sunshine

With an average of 4h of sunshine, August has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index in Umukabia. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During August, 5 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

August temperatures in Umukabia, Nigeria, vary between a high-temperature of 28.6°C (83.5°F) and a low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 35°C (95°F).

In August, the average relative humidity is 86%.

In August, in Umukabia, Nigeria, the rain falls for 30.3 days. Throughout August, 291mm (11.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Umukabia, the average day length in August is 12h and 17min.

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 18:48. On the last day of the month, in Umukabia, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 18:38 WAT.

The month with the least sunshine in Umukabia is August, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

In Umukabia, Nigeria, the average sunshine duration in August is 4h.

The months with the lowest UV index are July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Umukabia is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average high temperature in August: 28.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (35.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.4°C).

Average low temperature in August: 22.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is March (25°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is August (22.3°C).

Average pressure in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average pressure in August: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August: 6.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is August (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average humidity in August: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (63%).

Average rainfall in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August: 291mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (322mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (24mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August: 30.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and October (30.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (13.4 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Umukabia, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August: 0.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are September and October (0.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Umukabia, Nigeria

Average UV index in August: 5

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