August weather forecast
West End, LA

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in West End, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 89.1°F (31.7°C) and 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

August reports an average high-temperature of a still hot 89.1°F (31.7°C), slightly varied from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). During August, West End consistently records a temperature low averaging a warm 79°F (26.1°C).

Heat index

Throughout August, the heat index is evaluated at a blistering 105.8°F (41°C). Greater preventive actions are needed, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Persistent activity could provoke heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', joins air temperature with relative humidity to produce a temperature perception for humans. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. Heat-related challenges, like dehydration, can be anticipated when body heat isn't managed effectively.

Humidity

In West End, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In West End, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 12min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:19 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

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Follow precautions and abide by sun safety rules. Deterrence of sunburn is imperative. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.