Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Rocky Branch experiences its warmest period in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 93.7°F (34.3°C).Heat index
The heat index for August is calculated to be a blazing hot 118.4°F (48°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.From a standpoint of the heat index, values pertain to shaded conditions and mild breezes. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.
Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are July through October, with an average relative humidity of 71%.Rainfall
In Rocky Branch, during August, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rocky Branch, there are 155.8 rainfall days, and 37.13" (943mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Rocky Branch, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 7:34 pm CDT.
Sunshine
July and August, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Rocky Branch. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 93.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average humidity in August: 71%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and October (71%).
Average rainfall in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").
Average rainfall days in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Rocky Branch, 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 3min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13 days).
Average UV index in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average UV index in August: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in August
Rocky Branch, LA
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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