Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
In Diamond, August is the warmest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 87.6°F (30.9°C) and a low of 80.4°F (26.9°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is computed to be a sweltering 102.2°F (39°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. 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. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.3 days and typically aggregates up to 4.72" (120mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 10min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:21 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Diamond, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.
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Average temperature in August
Diamond, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 87.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 80.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Diamond, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Diamond, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Diamond, LA
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Diamond, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 4.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.79").
Average rainfall days in August
Diamond, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Diamond, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Diamond, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Diamond, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are April and November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Diamond, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Diamond, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Diamond, 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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