August weather forecast
Southport, LA

August, the last month of the summer in Southport, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 89.1°F (31.7°C) and min 79°F (26.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of August, a modest change to a still hot 89.1°F (31.7°C) from July's 89.2°F (31.8°C) is noted in high-temperature. In Southport, the average low-temperature during the month of August is a warm 79°F (26.1°C).

Heat index

The heat index value during August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Take greater precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could result from lengthy activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Southport, the average relative humidity in August is 74%.

Rainfall

In Southport, in August, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Southport, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in August in Southport is 10.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Southport are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn 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. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.