Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
Wakefield, Louisiana, experiences its highest temperatures in August, with an average peak of 91.6°F (33.1°C) and a low of 73°F (22.8°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 118.4°F (48°C). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. Elevated relative humidity diminishes evaporation, thereby reducing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a feeling of being too warm. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in August is 79%.Rainfall
August is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 19.4 days and accumulates 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in August is 13h and 14min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of August, in Wakefield, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 7:29 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in August in Wakefield is 9.8h.UV index
In August, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average high temperature in August: 91.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 73°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).
Average pressure in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average pressure in August: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average wind speed in August: 4.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).
Average humidity in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average humidity in August: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average rainfall in August: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average rainfall days in August: 19.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 1min
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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average sunshine days in August: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).
Average UV index in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average cloud cover in August: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in August
Wakefield, LA
- Average visibility in August: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
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