August weather forecast
Golden Star Plantation, LA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Golden Star Plantation, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 75.4°F (24.1°C) and an average high of 89.8°F (32.1°C).

Temperature

Golden Star Plantation witnesses its peak temperatures during July and August, when the average high-temperature reaches 89.8°F (32.1°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Be prepared: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Continued activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. Factors such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact an individual's weather perception. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
When the body gets too warm, it perspires, leading to sweat evaporation which cools it down. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, are February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, in August, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Golden Star Plantation, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, the average sunshine in August is 10.4h.

UV index

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Golden Star Plantation. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during August translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Golden Star Plantation?

Golden Star Plantation witnesses its average highest temperatures during July and August, peaking at 89.8°F (32.1°C).

How hot is it in Golden Star Plantation in August?

The high-temperature in Golden Star Plantation during August is 89.8°F (32.1°C) and the low-temperature is 75.4°F (24.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 111.2°F (44°C).

What is the most humid month in Golden Star Plantation?

February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in August in Golden Star Plantation?

In August, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Golden Star Plantation?

In Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, during August, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Golden Star Plantation?

February through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in August in Golden Star Plantation?

In Golden Star Plantation, the average day length in August is 13h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Golden Star Plantation?

On the first day of August in Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Golden Star Plantation have in August?

In Golden Star Plantation, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Golden Star Plantation?

The months with the highest UV index in Golden Star Plantation are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

How high is the UV index in August in Golden Star Plantation?

The average daily maximum UV index in August in Golden Star Plantation is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average temperature in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.8°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 75.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

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Average pressure in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average pressure in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average pressure in August: 29.97"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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average wind speed in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average humidity in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average rainfall in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 4.37"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average snowfall in August - Golden Star Plantation, 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").

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Average snowfall days in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 6.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.4 days).

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Average UV index in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average UV index in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Golden Star Plantation, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in August
Golden Star Plantation, LA

Average visibility in August - Golden Star Plantation, 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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