August Rainfall and Precipitation in Nigeria

Monthly rainfall totals, rainy days and the driest cities across Nigeria in August.

Nigeria experiences in August precipitation ranging from a high 139 mm (5.5 in) in Agboju to a heavy 333 mm (13 in) in Abuja.

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Best Places to Visit in Nigeria in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

Nigeria precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Nigeria receive in August?

Lagos often experiences a notable amount of rain in August, with an average of about 146 mm (5.7 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.

How many days does it rain in Nigeria in August?

Rainfall in Lagos typically falls on roughly 12 days days in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Nigeria?

August is generally a drier month for Nigeria, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in Nigeria?

Looking at our data, Abuja tops the wettest-cities list in Nigeria for August, with monthly rainfall averaging 333 mm (13 in).

What is the driest city in August in Nigeria?

Agboju is the driest city we have data for in Nigeria in August, with monthly rainfall close to 139 mm (5.5 in).

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