August weather forecast
Gardere, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Gardere, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 91.2°F (32.9°C) and 74.7°F (23.7°C).

Temperature

The transition from July to August brings an average high-temperature of a still tropical 91.2°F (32.9°C), barely different from July's 91.6°F (33.1°C). Throughout August, an average low-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) is expected.

Heat index

The heat index in August is computed to be a burning hot 116.6°F (47°C). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August is 78%.

Rainfall

In Gardere, in August, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 5.16" (131mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Gardere, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40" (1016mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall in Gardere.

Daylight

In Gardere, Louisiana, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of August in Gardere, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in August?

In Gardere, in August, the average high-temperature is 91.2°F (32.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 74.7°F (23.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 116.6°F (47°C).

What is the average humidity in August?

The average relative humidity in August in Gardere is 78%.

How much does it rain in August?

In Gardere, in August, it is raining for 23.8 days, with typically 5.16" (131mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Gardere, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through November.

What is the average length of the day in August?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:28 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August?

In Gardere, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.1h.

When is the highest UV index?

May 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?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Gardere, LA

Average temperature in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 91.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 74.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.2°F).

Average pressure in August
Gardere, LA

Average pressure in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
Gardere, LA

Average wind speed in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 4.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in August
Gardere, LA

Average humidity in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in August
Gardere, LA

Average rainfall in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 5.16"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").

Average rainfall days in August
Gardere, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in August
Gardere, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in August
Gardere, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in August
Gardere, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.9 days).

Average UV index in August
Gardere, LA

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

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

Average cloud cover in August
Gardere, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in August
Gardere, LA

Average visibility in August - Gardere, LA
  • Average visibility in August: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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