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
The unfolding of August shows an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C), indicating a slight variance from July's 89.4°F (31.9°C). Throughout the month of August, Jean Lafitte witnesses an average temperature of 78.4°F (25.8°C).Heat index
For most parts of August, the heat index is computed to be a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Undertake extra safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may result from lengthy activity.Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
To achieve cooling, the human body employs perspiration, relying on the subsequent evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
In Jean Lafitte, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In Jean Lafitte, in August, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 2.6" (66mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Jean Lafitte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.6 days and collects up to 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Jean Lafitte, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In Jean Lafitte, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.
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Average temperature in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 78.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).
Average pressure in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).
Average humidity in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.6"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").
Average rainfall days in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 20 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (5.8 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Jean Lafitte, 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
Jean Lafitte, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Jean Lafitte, 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 month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Jean Lafitte, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in August
Jean Lafitte, 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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