August weather forecast
Taft, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is also a hot month in Taft, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 89.1°F (31.7°C).

Temperature

August's advent notes a subtle adjustment in average high-temperature to a still hot 89.1°F (31.7°C) from July. During August, the average low-temperature is recorded at a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C).

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
The primary way humans combat excessive warmth is by perspiring, letting sweat evaporate and cool the body. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in August in Taft is 77%.

Rainfall

In August, the rain falls for 23.7 days. Throughout August, 5" (127mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Taft, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Taft is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of August in Taft, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Taft are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August translates into the following guidance:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Taft during August?

August temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 89.1°F (31.7°C) and a low-temperature of 77.5°F (25.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 107.6°F (42°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Taft?

In August, the average relative humidity in Taft is 77%.

How much does it rain in Taft in August?

In Taft, in August, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 5" (127mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Taft?

In Taft, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through November.

How many hours of daylight does Taft have in August?

The average day length in August in Taft, Louisiana, is 13h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in August in Taft?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Taft, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Taft?

In August, the average sunshine duration in Taft is 10.7h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Taft?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in August in Taft?

In August, the average daily maximum UV index in Taft is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in August
Taft, LA

Average temperature in August - Taft, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 77.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

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Average pressure in August
Taft, LA

Average pressure in August - Taft, 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
Taft, LA

Average wind speed in August - Taft, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 5.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in August
Taft, LA

Average humidity in August - Taft, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in August
Taft, LA

Average rainfall in August - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in August
Taft, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 23.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall days in August
Taft, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Taft, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Taft, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Taft, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Taft, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Taft, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in August
Taft, LA

Average UV index in August - Taft, LA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Taft, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Taft, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in August
Taft, LA

Average visibility in August - Taft, 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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