August weather forecastMount Airy, LA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Mount Airy, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 75.4°F (24.1°C) and 89.8°F (32.1°C).Temperature
Peak temperatures are observed in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 89.8°F (32.1°C).Heat index
In August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As the body accumulates more heat than it can release, body temperature goes up, increasing the risk of heat-related health issues.
Humidity
February, July through September and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Mount Airy, during August, the rain falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.37" (111mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 12min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August is 10.4h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In August, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Resist overexposure. Safeguarding from solar damage is indispensable. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average pressure in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average wind speed in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average humidity in August
Mount Airy, 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%).
Average rainfall in August
Mount Airy, 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").
Average rainfall days in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average snowfall in August
Mount Airy, 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
Mount Airy, 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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Mount Airy, 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 24min
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
Mount Airy, 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).
Average UV index in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average cloud cover in August
Mount Airy, 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).
Average visibility in August
Mount Airy, 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).
