August weather forecast
Saint James, LA

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Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Saint James, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 89.8°F (32.1°C) and 75.4°F (24.1°C).

Temperature

July and August are known as Saint James's warmest months, with an average high-temperature of 89.8°F (32.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a scorching 111.2°F (44°C). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Younglings are generally more in peril than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Coupled with a larger skin surface relative to their tiny bodies and greater heat production because of their activity, they become more at risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

In Saint James, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

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 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Saint James, 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. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during August translates into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the warmest months in Saint James?

Saint James experiences its warmest period in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 89.8°F (32.1°C).

How hot does it get in Saint James in August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 89.8°F (32.1°C) and a low-temperature of 75.4°F (24.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 111.2°F (44°C).

What are the most humid months in Saint James?

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

What is the average humidity in August in Saint James?

The average relative humidity in August is 79%.

How many days does it rain in August in Saint James?

In Saint James, in August, it is raining for 22.3 days, with typically 4.37" (111mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Saint James?

In Saint James, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Saint James have in August?

The average day length in August in Saint James is 13h and 11min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Saint James?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Saint James, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 7:26 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint James have in August?

In Saint James, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.4h.

When is the highest UV index in Saint James?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Saint James.

What is the UV index reading in August in Saint James?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Saint James is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Saint James, LA

Average temperature in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average pressure in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average wind speed in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average humidity in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average rainfall in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average snowfall in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average UV index in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Saint James, 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
Saint James, LA

Average visibility in August - Saint James, 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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