August weather forecast
Afton, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Afton, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 91.6°F (33.1°C) and an average low of 72.3°F (22.4°C).

Temperature

Afton experiences peak temperatures, averaging a high-temperature of 91.6°F (33.1°C) during July and August.

Heat index

The average heat index in August is estimated at a life-threatening hot 114.8°F (46°C). Be careful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may result from extended activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.

Humidity

In Afton, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.

Rainfall

In Afton, in August, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Afton, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Afton, Louisiana, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest?

In Afton, the months of July and August are known for the peak temperatures, reaching an average high of 91.6°F (33.1°C).

How hot is it in August?

Afton in August has an average high-temperature of 91.6°F (33.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 72.3°F (22.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 114.8°F (46°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August is 75%.

How much does it rain in Afton in August?

In Afton, during August, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Afton, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

How many hours of daylight does Afton have in August?

In Afton, the average day length in August is 13h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Afton, LA

Average temperature in August - Afton, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.6°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).

Average pressure in August
Afton, LA

Average pressure in August - Afton, LA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Afton, LA

Average wind speed in August - Afton, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in August
Afton, LA

Average humidity in August - Afton, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in August
Afton, LA

Average rainfall in August - Afton, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in August
Afton, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Afton, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in August
Afton, LA

Average snowfall in August - Afton, LA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Afton, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Afton, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Afton, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Afton, LA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in August
Afton, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Afton, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).

Average UV index in August
Afton, LA

Average UV index in August - Afton, LA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in August
Afton, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Afton, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Afton, LA

Average visibility in August - Afton, LA
  • Average visibility in August: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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