August weather forecast
Minna, Nigeria

August is characterized by a slight increase in rainfall up to 150mm (5.91"), earning it the title of the wettest month of the year. Temperatures remain pretty much constant from July hovering around 29°C (84.2°F). The persistent downpours and conditions make it the least favorably month for outdoor adventures and tourism in Minna. Emphasizing the atmosphere is the augmented relative humidity hitting a record of 85%. Despite this, there's a certain beauty to the city during this period, as the rains breathe life into the lush greenery.

Temperature

Minna experiences its lowest average temperatures in August, reaching a peak of 29°C (84.2°F) and a minimum of 22.2°C (72°F).

Heat index

For August, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 36°C (96.8°F). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Heat index determinations are made taking into account the shade and light air movements. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, August is the most humid month in Minna.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Minna is August, when the rain falls for 25.3 days and typically aggregates up to 150mm (5.91") of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of August in Minna, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:24 and sunset at 18:43 WAT.

Sunshine

August has the least sunshine of the year in Minna, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

July and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Minna. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, the UV index of 6 transforms into the following advice:
Sustain precautions and conform to sun safety norms. Preventing sunburn is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.