August Weather in Port Harcourt

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Port Harcourt, Nigeria, during August is characterized by an average temperature of 26°C (78°F). Highs can soar to 31°C (87°F), while lows may dip to 23°C (73°F). Typically, the humidity level in Port Harcourt throughout August hovers around 89%.

23°C (73°F)

Minimum temperature

26°C (78°F)

Average temperature

31°C (87°F)

Maximum temperature

89%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In August, Port Harcourt averages 302 mm (11.9 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 28 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 15 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 19 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 9% probability of sunny days during this period.

302 mm (11.9 inches)

Precipitation

28 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 19 minutes

Sunshine hours

9%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In August, the UV Index in Port Harcourt reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 2 4 6 9 11 11 9 7 4 2 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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