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
The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 88.9°F (31.6°C), marking a negligible difference from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C). The temperature in Westgate dips to an average of 78.1°F (25.6°C) during August nights.Heat index
The heat index in August is computed to be a scorching 105.8°F (41°C). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. 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', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity in Westgate is 75%.Rainfall
In Westgate, during August, the rain falls for 22.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of precipitation. In Westgate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.9 days and collects up to 44.61" (1133mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Westgate, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 12min.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 7:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.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 risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in August suggests the following recommendations:
Take precautions and adopt sun safety practices. Protection against sunburn is obliged. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Westgate, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 88.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 78.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (78.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.5°F).
Average pressure in August
Westgate, 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
Westgate, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 6.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Westgate, LA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Westgate, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 6.1"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (6.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.97").
Average rainfall days in August
Westgate, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.2 days).
Average snowfall in August
Westgate, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Westgate, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 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
Westgate, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Westgate, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Westgate, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in August
Westgate, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Westgate, 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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