August weather forecast
Jos, Nigeria

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Weather in August

The wet season in Jos continues into August, though the downpours reduce slightly to 272mm (10.71"). Despite the slight decline, the city remains enveloped in a moist ambiance as late afternoons often give way to thunderstorms. The wettest quarter of the year gradually withdraws, seeing a marginal recede in rainfall levels. Agricultural activities prosper, thanks to the ample water supply. Holding onto the remnants of the wet season, September enters with a gradual shift of the weather scenario.

Temperature

The month of August, characterized by an average high of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and a low of 18.3°C (64.9°F), is recognized as the coldest in Jos.

Humidity

The most humid month is August, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Jos, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 272mm (10.71") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.3 rainfall days, and 1233mm (48.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Jos is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during August morphs into the following directions:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Jos?

August, with its high-temperature average of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and a low-temperature average of 18.3°C (64.9°F), is the coldest month in Jos, Nigeria.

What are August temperatures in Jos?

The high-temperature in Jos, Nigeria, during August is 25.1°C (77.2°F) and the low-temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in June is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Jos?

August is the most humid month in Jos, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in August in Jos?

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

How much does it rain in Jos in August?

In Jos, Nigeria, in August, it is raining for 30.2 days, with typically 272mm (10.71") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in August in Jos?

The average day length in August in Jos is 12h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Jos?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:14 and sunset at 18:47. On the last day of the month, in Jos, Nigeria, sunrise is at 06:15 and sunset at 18:34 WAT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Jos?

August has the least sunshine of the year in Jos, Nigeria, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in August in Jos?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Jos is 7h.

How high is the UV index in August in Jos?

In Jos, Nigeria, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average temperature in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average high temperature in August: 25.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (34.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is August (25.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 18.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (21.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

Average pressure in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average pressure in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average pressure in August: 1012.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are July and August (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1008.8mbar).

Average wind speed in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average wind speed in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (10.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average humidity in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average humidity in August: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (22%).

Average rainfall in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall in August: 272mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (284mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, November and December (0mm).

Average rainfall days in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average rainfall days in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average rainfall days in August: 30.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (0.1 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Jos, Nigeria

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The month with the least sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h).

Average sunshine days in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average sunshine days in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average sunshine days in August: 0.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (30.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June, July and August (0.2 days).

Average UV index in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average UV index in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are March and April (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is July (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average cloud cover in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average cloud cover in August: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in August
Jos, Nigeria

Average visibility in August - Jos, Nigeria
  • Average visibility in August: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (7km).

Jos, Nigeria

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