August weather forecastCoopers, LA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Coopers, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 73.2°F (22.9°C) and max 93.2°F (34°C).Temperature
Upon the beginning of August, Coopers's high-temperatures register at a still hot 93.2°F (34°C), closely mirroring the preceding month. In August, the temperature drops to an average of 73.2°F (22.9°C) at night.Heat index
The heat index in August is estimated at a burning hot 120.2°F (49°C). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. 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 remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 74%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 20.5 days and typically aggregates up to 5" (127mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through August, October and November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August in Coopers is 13h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of August, in Coopers, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:37 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 9.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Coopers are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Coopers, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 93.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Coopers, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.94"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
Coopers, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in August
Coopers, LA
- Average humidity in August: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Coopers, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 5"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in August
Coopers, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Coopers, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Coopers, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Coopers, 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: 9h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Coopers, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 8.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Coopers, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Coopers, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in August
Coopers, LA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
