August weather forecastBogalusa, LA
August
Weather in August
Bogalusa's August weather continues to uphold the summer high temperatures with an extended run of the July heat. The levels of rainfall set a new high for the year, leading to increased humidity. Continual rain in August and the maintained high temperature present a classic southern summer. The hot, humid climate adds a unique zest to the city's character during this time.Temperature
The months of July and August bring the highest temperatures, averaging a high of 91.6°F (33.1°C).Heat index
August's average heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 116.6°F (47°C). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 extremely significant for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 76%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.1 days and accumulates 4.65" (118mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Bogalusa, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
In Bogalusa, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.5h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 91.6°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 74.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average humidity in August: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 4.65"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 22.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Bogalusa, 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
Bogalusa, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 7.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.1 days).
Average UV index in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Bogalusa, LA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, June, July, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, September and December (5mi).
