Temperature
Pleasant by day, mild at night.
73°Ftypical Aug high
Jos
Nigeria · Africa
Jos is most comfortable in winter. Summers are hot and winters are mild. The wettest months are roughly May to September. Humidity is usually low.
Best time to go
12 mo · Typical year
Temperature range
56°F to 88°F
Rain
14 days/mo
Sunshine
10.1 h/day
Humidity feel
Generally dry
When to visit
Month-by-month fit
Precipitation
One of the wettest months.
97%wet-day frequency
AmountWet-day chance
Sunshine
Cloudier spells limit sunshine.
7.5 hAug sunshine
Heat & humidity by month
Very humid air is a major factor this month.
Slightly humidAug heat feel
Easy airWarm airHot airHumid air
Hourly comfort pattern
In August, afternoons feel about 72° and nights feel near 65°.
ColdCoolComfortableWarmNight shading
More detailIncludes sky, daypart comfort, and wind
Cloud cover
Mostly cloudy skies.
9%Aug clear sky
ClearCloud cover
Typical August day
August late afternoons are around 69°F, easing to about 66°F in early evening.
Avg temp Typical range
Morning70°F
Feels 71°F
Rain61%
Cloud89%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityModerate
Midday72°F
Feels 74°F
Rain88%
Cloud88%
Humid airHigh
Sun intensityStrong
Late afternoon69°F
Feels 72°F
Rain78%
Cloud89%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityLow
evening66°F
Feels 69°F
Rain30%
Cloud86%
Humid airModerate
Sun intensityMinimal
Best windowWind pattern
Calm winds are typical in August.
4 mphAug Calm
Typical wind speed (mph)
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Climate data notePlanning guidance, not a forecast
Typical monthly values are based on long-term climate records. Useful for planning, not a forecast. Check the weather before you travel.
Local microclimates can vary by beach, neighborhood, trail, or elevation.
Last updated: Jul 27, 2026
Data & methodology