Abuja weather in August (Nigeria)

How does the weather in Abuja usually fare in August? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In August, Abuja usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 28°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 21°C. This month is known for milder temperatures, yet warmth continues to be a defining feature.

Precipitation

Abuja in August falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 333 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Historically, approximately 16 days this month are expected to have rain.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Abuja. November generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Abuja climate page with graphs.

 

Abuja, monthly averages in August

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 333 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Where to go in Nigeria in August

Find out more about the weather in Nigeria and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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