August weather forecast
Gentilly, LA

August, the last month of the summer in Gentilly, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 79.3°F (26.3°C) and 89.4°F (31.9°C).

Temperature

Gentilly observes an average high-temperature of a still hot 89.4°F (31.9°C) in August, barely different from 89.6°F (32°C) in July. During August, the average low-temperature is recorded at a moderately hot 79.3°F (26.3°C).

Heat index

August's mean heat index is estimated at a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Exercise enhanced safety steps, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke could be a result of sustained activity.
Heat index specifics point out values are for conditions of shade and a slight breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified 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 72%.

Rainfall

In Gentilly, in August, during 22.7 rainfall days, 5.98" (152mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gentilly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 44.25" (1124mm) of precipitation.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Gentilly, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.

UV index

May through August, 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In August, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.