August weather forecast
Epps, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Epps, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 90.5°F (32.5°C) and 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Temperature

As Epps welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still hot 90.5°F (32.5°C), showing little deviation from July's 91°F (32.8°C). During August, Epps witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Heat index

August's average heat index is calculated to be a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Depending on the activity and the individual's heat perception, which may vary due to factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variations, this effect remains subjective. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In August, the average relative humidity in Epps is 75%.

Rainfall

In Epps, Louisiana, during August, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Epps, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Epps, Louisiana.

Daylight

In Epps, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of August, in Epps, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 7 in August leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Epps in August?

In August, in Epps, the average high-temperature is 90.5°F (32.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 111.2°F (44°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Epps?

In August, the average relative humidity in Epps, Louisiana, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in August in Epps?

In Epps, in August, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Epps?

April through November are months without snowfall in Epps, Louisiana.

How many hours of daylight does Epps have in August?

In August, the average day length is 13h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Epps?

On the first day of August in Epps, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Epps have in August?

In August, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Epps?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Epps, Louisiana.

What is the UV index reading in August in Epps?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Epps, LA

Average temperature in August - Epps, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 90.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Epps, LA

Average pressure in August - Epps, LA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Epps, LA

Average wind speed in August - Epps, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in August
Epps, LA

Average humidity in August - Epps, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Epps, LA

Average rainfall in August - Epps, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in August
Epps, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Epps, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.1 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Epps, LA

Average snowfall in August - Epps, LA
  • Average snowfall in August: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in August
Epps, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Epps, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Epps, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Epps, LA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Epps, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Epps, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Epps, LA

Average UV index in August - Epps, 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).

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Average cloud cover in August
Epps, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Epps, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in August
Epps, LA

Average visibility in August - Epps, 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).

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