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 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
Welcoming August, Ponchatoula notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 91.4°F (33°C), nearly consistent with July's 91.9°F (33.3°C). In August, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 74.5°F (23.6°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 116.6°F (47°C). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for 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.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When body temperature rises due to excess heat gain beyond its removal capability, one might experience heat-related disorders.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 20.7 days. Throughout August, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponchatoula, there are 163.3 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Ponchatoula, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are June and August, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Ponchatoula. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in August interprets into the following recommendations:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. 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. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Average temperature in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 91.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
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
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.78"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").
Average rainfall days in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ponchatoula, 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
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.2 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
Ponchatoula, 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 2min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Ponchatoula, LA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, June, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, May, July and September (5mi).
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