Abuja Weather in August
Nigeria · August climate averages and travel tips
Avg high27°C (81°F)
Avg low21°C (70°F)
Rainfall272 mm (10.7 in)
RatingPoor 2.6/10
Expect hot days in Abuja in August: the average high is 27°C (81°F) and the average low is 21°C (70°F). The month is very wet, with about 272 mm (10.7 in) of rain spread over 28 days, making it the wettest month of the year. Humidity averages 88%, so it feels sticky and hotter than the thermometer suggests. You get roughly 12.3 hours of daylight and frequently cloudy skies.
Is August a good time to visit Abuja?
August is not the best time to visit Abuja (2.6/10) mainly because of the rain. The weather is much better in November and December.
August weather at a glance
| Average high | 27°C (81°F) |
|---|---|
| Average low | 21°C (70°F) |
| Daily mean | 24°C (74°F) |
| Rainfall | 272 mm (10.7 in) |
| Rainy days (1 mm+) | 28 |
| Humidity | 88% |
| Cloud cover | 89% |
| Daylight | 12.3 hours |
| Est. sunshine | 1.5 hours/day |
| Wind | 5.5 km/h |
| vs July | 1°C cooler than July, with 50 mm more rain. |
What to pack for Abuja in August
- light, breathable clothing
- sunscreen and a hat
- an umbrella or rain jacket
Abuja weather in other months
Jan33°C / 17°C3 mmGoodFeb35°C / 20°C4 mmFairMar35°C / 22°C18 mmFairApr34°C / 23°C69 mmFairMay31°C / 23°C137 mmPoorJun29°C / 22°C169 mmPoorJul28°C / 21°C222 mmPoorAug27°C / 21°C272 mmPoorSep28°C / 21°C214 mmPoorOct29°C / 21°C123 mmPoorNov31°C / 19°C11 mmExcellentDec32°C / 17°C1 mmGood
← JulyBest time to visit AbujaSeptember →
Better weather in August nearby
- Durban21°C · 35 mm · Excellent
- Arusha26°C · 43 mm · Excellent
- Windhoek26°C · 1 mm · Excellent
- Port Louis24°C · 22 mm · Excellent
- Johannesburg21°C · 5 mm · Excellent
- Nairobi27°C · 20 mm · Excellent
Nearby in August
- Kaduna27°C · 362 mm
- Jos24°C · 274 mm
- Ilorin28°C · 188 mm
- Onitsha28°C · 265 mm
- Kano32°C · 221 mm
- Benin City28°C · 253 mm
Where else is good in August? See where to go in August.