August weather forecastBethany, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Bethany, is another torrid month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.2°F (22.9°C) and 95.2°F (35.1°C).Temperature
August is the month that records the highest temperatures, with averages ranging from a high of 95.2°F (35.1°C) to a low of 73.2°F (22.9°C).Heat index
Throughout August, the heat index is computed to be a life-threatening hot 120.2°F (49°C). Stay watchful: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are likely. Ongoing effort may cause heatstroke.It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.
Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 67%, August is the least humid month in Bethany.Rainfall
In Bethany, during August, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. In Bethany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.5 days and collects up to 39.13" (994mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through August and October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 18min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 8:13 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 7:41 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are July and August, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Bethany are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. 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. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bethany, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 95.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (95.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.3°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in August
Bethany, 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
Bethany, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Bethany, 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
Bethany, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.76"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (2.52").
Average rainfall days in August
Bethany, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.8 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and August (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bethany, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bethany, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Bethany, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 18min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bethany, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and June (12.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Bethany, 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
Bethany, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Bethany, LA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
