Weather in August in Niger
Considering a trip to Niger this August and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Niger in August?
August in Niger generally has temperatures that range from very warm to very hot, with precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.
Temperatures
During the day the temperature is very warm in Niamey at 33°C and very hot in Bilma at 41°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Bilma and 25°C in Niamey. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.For specific regional insights in Niger, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Bilma with an average of 4.8 mm to high rainfall in Niamey with 129 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Niamey.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Niamey enjoys approximately 203 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Niger climate page.
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in August for the 4 most popular destinations in Niger?
Niamey
In August Niamey generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Agadez
In August Agadez generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 39°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Bilma
In August Bilma generally has extremely high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 41°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Tahoua
In August Tahoua generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Niger.
Is August the best time to visit Niger?
Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Niamey, August might be a good time to visit Niger.
On average, the best time to visit Niger is in January with generally perfect weather in Niamey. The weather in September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Niger.
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