August weather forecastBelcher, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Belcher, is another very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 73.4°F (23°C) and 95°F (35°C).Temperature
Belcher ushers in August with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 95°F (35°C), showing a close resemblance to the previous month. Contrasting the daytime warmth, Belcher's August nights cool down to an average of 73.4°F (23°C).Heat index
August's heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 120.2°F (49°C). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 67%.Rainfall
In Belcher, in August, it is raining for 16.3 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belcher, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.1 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Belcher, Louisiana, snow does not fall in April through October.Daylight
In Belcher, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:40 pm CDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 10.6h of sunshine, August has the most sunshine of the year in Belcher.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.
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Average temperature in August
Belcher, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 95°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.3°F).
Average pressure in August
Belcher, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Belcher, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Belcher, LA
- Average humidity in August: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Belcher, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").
Average rainfall days in August
Belcher, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in August
Belcher, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Belcher, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Belcher, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Belcher, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Belcher, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Belcher, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in August
Belcher, LA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
