August weather forecastCharenton, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Charenton, is another hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 89.1°F (31.7°C) and 77.4°F (25.2°C).Temperature
Charenton reaches its highest average temperatures in August, measuring 89.1°F (31.7°C) at the peak and 77.4°F (25.2°C) at the lowest.Heat index
The heat index in August is calculated to be a scorching 107.6°F (42°C). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
In Charenton, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 21.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:58 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Charenton, the average sunshine in August is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Charenton, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 77.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Charenton, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Charenton, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in August
Charenton, LA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Charenton, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").
Average rainfall days in August
Charenton, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 21.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall days in August
Charenton, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Charenton, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
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 36min
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
Charenton, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Charenton, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Charenton, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in August
Charenton, 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).
