August weather forecastTaft, LA
August
Weather in August
The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Taft, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77.5°F (25.3°C) and 89.1°F (31.7°C).Temperature
The beginning of August records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 89.1°F (31.7°C), marking a negligible difference from July's 89.6°F (32°C). Taft's average low-temperature for the month of August records at a warm 77.5°F (25.3°C).Heat index
The average heat index in August is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 107.6°F (42°C). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. In high relative humidity, the body's ability to evaporate heat is diminished, resulting in a heightened feeling of warmth. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.
Humidity
In Taft, the average relative humidity in August is 77%.Rainfall
In Taft, in August, it is raining for 23.7 days, with typically 5" (127mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Taft, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.8 days and collects up to 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 11min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 7:25 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Taft, the average sunshine in August is 10.7h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Taft, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 12min
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 42min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
