August weather forecastFish Island, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Fish Island, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 76.6°F (24.8°C) and 89.6°F (32°C).Temperature
August, noted for its average high-temperature of 89.6°F (32°C) and an average low-temperature of 76.6°F (24.8°C), is considered the warmest month.Heat index
August's mean heat index is computed to be a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). Remain alert: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Extended effort can lead to heatstroke.Realize that the values for the heat index are set for shaded places and light winds. The heat index has the possibility to be enhanced by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when there is direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In Fish Island, the average relative humidity in August is 78%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.8 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December 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 7:59 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 10.6h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Fish Island. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 89.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 76.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).
Average pressure in August
Fish Island, 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
Fish Island, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average humidity in August: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 1.93"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.35").
Average rainfall days in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Fish Island, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Fish Island, 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
Fish Island, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 6.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Fish Island, 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
Fish Island, 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
Fish Island, 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).
