August weather forecast
White Plantation, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in White Plantation, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.7°F (24.3°C) and 89.2°F (31.8°C).

Temperature

White Plantation in August witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.2°F (31.8°C), indicating a slight variation from July's 90°F (32.2°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C) on average during August.

Heat index

August's mean heat index is appraised at an extremely hot 109.4°F (43°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When body temperature rises due to an imbalance in heat gain, there's a potential for dehydration and overheating.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In White Plantation, in August, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation. In White Plantation, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In White Plantation, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of August in White Plantation, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.5h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During August, 7 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is August?

In White Plantation, 89.2°F (31.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 75.7°F (24.3°C) is the average low-temperature during August. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 109.4°F (43°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in August?

In White Plantation, the average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August?

In White Plantation, during August, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August?

In White Plantation, the average day length in August is 13h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August?

On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does White Plantation have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in August?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
White Plantation, LA

Average temperature in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 75.7°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in August
White Plantation, LA

Average pressure in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in August
White Plantation, LA

Average wind speed in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in August
White Plantation, LA

Average humidity in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in August
White Plantation, LA

Average rainfall in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in August
White Plantation, LA

Average rainfall days in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall days in August
White Plantation, LA

Average snowfall days in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
White Plantation, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - White Plantation, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in August
White Plantation, LA

Average sunshine days in August - White Plantation, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in August
White Plantation, LA

Average UV index in August - White Plantation, 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
White Plantation, LA

Average cloud cover in August - White Plantation, 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 24).

Average visibility in August
White Plantation, LA

Average visibility in August - White Plantation, 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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