August weather forecastRoosevelt, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Roosevelt, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 90.3°F (32.4°C) and 72.7°F (22.6°C).Temperature
Roosevelt experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 90.3°F (32.4°C) in August, marking an insignificant shift from 91°F (32.8°C) in July. Throughout the month of August, Roosevelt sees a steady low-temperature average of 72.7°F (22.6°C).Heat index
For August, the heat index is calculated to be a blisteringly hot 111.2°F (44°C). Take heed: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Heatstroke is a potential outcome of continuous activity.Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The physiological way the human body responds to excessive heat is by inducing perspiration, using sweat evaporation as a cooling mechanism. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 75%.Rainfall
In August, the rain falls for 16.3 days. Throughout August, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Roosevelt, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 8:02 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:30 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine in Roosevelt is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 90.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 72.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average humidity in August: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 2.48"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Roosevelt, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Roosevelt, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).
Average UV index in August
Roosevelt, 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
Roosevelt, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Roosevelt, 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).
