August weather forecastEgan, LA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Egan, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 75°F (23.9°C) and max 90°F (32.2°C).Temperature
August is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 90°F (32.2°C) and as low as 75°F (23.9°C).Heat index
August's mean heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 113°F (45°C). Alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely to occur. Prolonged exertion can lead to heatstroke.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August in Egan is 79%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.7 days and accumulates 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 13min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.3h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index 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 ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Egan, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 90°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 75°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Egan, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Egan, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Egan, LA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Egan, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.73"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.73").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Egan, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in August
Egan, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Egan, 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
Egan, 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in August
Egan, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Egan, 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
Egan, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Egan, 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).
