August weather forecastEpps, LA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Epps, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 72.9°F (22.7°C) and an average high of 90.5°F (32.5°C).Temperature
August brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 90.5°F (32.5°C), nearly identical to the preceding month. During the month of August, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 72.9°F (22.7°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is computed to be an extremely hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. 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.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When the level of relative humidity is elevated, evaporation diminishes, causing more warmth to be retained in the body than in dry air. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.
Humidity
In Epps, the average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout August, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 160.1 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
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, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:31 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Epps, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 18min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
