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August is a wet month in Kaduna

Climate Overview

Kaduna, Nigeria in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.5°C (80°F). Rain falls on about 26 days this month, totalling around 244 mm.

This month falls at the end of Summer.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout August, with daily highs around 27°C (81°F).

August sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 245 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 20th, averaging 27°C (81°F).

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Monthly August Averages

Temperature
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
30°C / 23°C
Rain
26 days · 244 mm
Sunshine
7.3h / day
Humidity
87% — Very Humid
Wind
14 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (228°)
Gusts
30 km/h
Daylight
12.5 h
Cloud Cover
86%
Clear Sky Days
0
UV Index
6.4 — High
Dew Point
21°C — Muggy
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 3%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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High Low

Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:21
Daylight 12.5h
Sunset 18:49

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 27°C (80°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

Recent yearly records for August have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 13°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
25% Comfortable
UV
6.7 High
February best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 19°C
Feels Like
32°C / 15°C
Rain
0days (1 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
21% Comfortable
UV
7.4 Very High
March
Good
Temp
36°C / 22°C
Feels Like
36°C / 20°C
Rain
1days (5 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
29% Comfortable
UV
8 Very High
April
Fair
Temp
36°C / 24°C
Feels Like
38°C / 25°C
Rain
3days (16 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.9h Excellent
Humidity
46% Moderate
UV
8.1 Very High
May
Fair
Temp
33°C / 24°C
Feels Like
37°C / 26°C
Rain
12days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
June
Fair
Temp
30°C / 22°C
Feels Like
34°C / 25°C
Rain
17days (120 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
7.4 Very High
July
Wet
Temp
28°C / 21°C
Feels Like
31°C / 24°C
Rain
25days (183 mm) Wet
Sun
8.3h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
6.7 High
August
Wet
Temp
27°C / 21°C
Feels Like
30°C / 23°C
Rain
26days (244 mm) Wet
Sun
7.3h Good
Humidity
87% Very Muggy
UV
6.4 High
September
Wet
Temp
28°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 24°C
Rain
25days (222 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
October
Fair
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
34°C / 22°C
Rain
10days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
November best
Excellent
Temp
32°C / 18°C
Feels Like
32°C / 17°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
42% Moderate
UV
6.6 High
December best
Excellent
Temp
31°C / 17°C
Feels Like
29°C / 14°C
Rain
0days (0 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
30% Comfortable
UV
6.3 High
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January best 31°C / 17°C 29°C / 13°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 25% Comfortable 6.7 High Excellent View Details
February best 33°C / 19°C 32°C / 15°C 0days (1 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 21% Comfortable 7.4 Very High Excellent View Details
March 36°C / 22°C 36°C / 20°C 1days (5 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 29% Comfortable 8 Very High Good View Details
April 36°C / 24°C 38°C / 25°C 3days (16 mm) Excellent 10.9h Excellent 46% Moderate 8.1 Very High Fair View Details
May 33°C / 24°C 37°C / 26°C 12days (82 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 67% Muggy 7.7 Very High Fair View Details
June 30°C / 22°C 34°C / 25°C 17days (120 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 77% Humid 7.4 Very High Fair View Details
July 28°C / 21°C 31°C / 24°C 25days (183 mm) Wet 8.3h Good 84% Humid 6.7 High Wet View Details
August 27°C / 21°C 30°C / 23°C 26days (244 mm) Wet 7.3h Good 87% Very Muggy 6.4 High Wet View Details
September 28°C / 21°C 33°C / 24°C 25days (222 mm) Wet 9h Good 86% Very Muggy 7.1 Very High Wet View Details
October 30°C / 20°C 34°C / 22°C 10days (84 mm) Wet 10.2h Excellent 74% Muggy 7.1 Very High Fair View Details
November best 32°C / 18°C 32°C / 17°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 42% Moderate 6.6 High Excellent View Details
December best 31°C / 17°C 29°C / 14°C 0days (0 mm) Excellent 10.7h Excellent 30% Comfortable 6.3 High Excellent View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

August is typically wet for visiting Kaduna, with average highs of 27°C (80°F) and around 26 rainy days. Kaduna, Nigeria in August has warm conditions, with highs averaging 26.5°C (80°F). Rain falls on about 26 days this mont
Kaduna typically sees around 26 rainy days in August with 244 mm (9.6 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights stay pleasantly warm in Kaduna during August, around 21°C (69°F). Light evening wear is sufficient.
With highs of 27°C (80°F) and lows of 21°C (69°F) in August, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
August is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Kaduna. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Kaduna during August is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Kaduna gets approximately 13 hours of daylight per day in August, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Kaduna during August based on 10-year climate averages.

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