August weather forecast
Agadez, Niger

August witnesses a tapering off from the peak highs of the summer season in Agadez. The high temperatures drop to 37.9°C (100.2°F), transitioning the city into a less harsh climate. August brings the most rainfall of the year, indicating the peak of the rainy season. The somewhat abundant downpours offer a respite from the otherwise arid weather. However, long sunlit day hours stay consistent, providing a unique blend of warm and wet weather.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.9°C (100.2°F) marks August in Agadez, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in July. Agadez anticipates a considerable cooling off from the daytime high to an average minimum temperature of 24.2°C (75.6°F) in August.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Agadez is August, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Agadez is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:08 and sunset at 19:00. On the last day of August, in Agadez, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:42 WAT.

Sunshine

In Agadez, the average sunshine in August is 9.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Agadez are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an excessive health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Put into effect every precaution of importance, unprotected skin and eyes may get burns swiftly. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Applying and reapplying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 after every two hours, outdoor workout, or swim is recommended.