August weather forecastRuby, LA
August
Weather in August
August, the last month of the summer in Ruby, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 91.6°F (33.1°C) and 73.2°F (22.9°C).Temperature
As Ruby steps into August, the average high-temperature is measured at a still tropical 91.6°F (33.1°C), displaying minor differences from July's 91.9°F (33.3°C). Ruby, in August, experiences an average temperature of 73.2°F (22.9°C) at night.Heat index
August's heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 116.6°F (47°C). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 17.9 days and typically aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 15min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 8:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 7:33 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In August, the average sunshine is 9.9h.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 average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in August translates into this advice:
Evade overexposure. Individuals with fair skin risk burning in under 20 minutes. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in August
Ruby, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 91.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.2°F).
Average pressure in August
Ruby, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Ruby, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Ruby, LA
- Average humidity in August: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Ruby, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").
Average rainfall days in August
Ruby, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 17.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).
Average snowfall in August
Ruby, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Ruby, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Ruby, 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: 9h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Ruby, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 10.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.8 days).
Average UV index in August
Ruby, 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
Ruby, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in August
Ruby, LA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, July, August and September (5mi).
