Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Nigeria this August.
Nigeria, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 27°C (81°F) in Ogoyo to 32°C (90°F) in Maiduguri. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Maiduguri and 24°C (75°F) in Ogoyo. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.
To get a sense of August's typical temperatures in the key spots of Nigeria, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.
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Average daytime highs in Nigeria during August reach about 28°C (82°F) in Lagos.
Nighttime temperatures in Lagos typically drop to around 24°C (75°F) in August.
From a thorough analysis of our records, Maiduguri clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 32°C (90°F), and evenings that remain near 23°C (73°F).
When looking through our records, we find that Ogoyo stands out as the coolest city in Nigeria for the month of August. Daytime highs average 27°C (81°F) and it cools down to about 24°C (75°F) at night.
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 110 hours of sunlight anticipated in Lagos. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.
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