August weather forecast
Belle Chasse, LA

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Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 89.4°F (31.9°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C).

Temperature

Belle Chasse experiences its warmest period in July and August, averaging a high-temperature of 89.4°F (31.9°C).

Heat index

In August, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 105.8°F (41°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
Keep in mind the heat index values are meant for areas in shade and with light wind. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. In situations of high air temperature combined with high humidity (significant heat index), the body's ability to perspire is reduced, heightening the sense of warmth. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Belle Chasse, the average relative humidity in August is 73%.

Rainfall

In Belle Chasse, in August, during 17.2 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Belle Chasse, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.1 days and collects up to 9.37" (238mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Belle Chasse.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day in Belle Chasse is 13h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine in Belle Chasse is 10.6h.

UV index

May through September, 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 7 during August leads to these advisories:
Skirt overexposure. People with light complexions might get scorched in under 20 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades.
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the hottest in Belle Chasse?

July and August are the warmest months in Belle Chasse, with an average high-temperature of 89.4°F (31.9°C).

How hot is August in Belle Chasse?

The average high-temperature, in August, in Belle Chasse, is 89.4°F (31.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 79.5°F (26.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 105.8°F (41°C).

What is the average humidity in August in Belle Chasse?

The average relative humidity in August in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in August in Belle Chasse?

In August, in Belle Chasse, the rain falls for 17.2 days. Throughout August, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Belle Chasse?

In Belle Chasse, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Belle Chasse have in August?

In August, the average day length in Belle Chasse is 13h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in August in Belle Chasse?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 7:23 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in August in Belle Chasse?

In Belle Chasse, Louisiana, the average sunshine duration in August is 10.6h.

When is the highest UV index in Belle Chasse?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Belle Chasse, Louisiana.

What is the UV index reading in August in Belle Chasse?

In Belle Chasse, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in August is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average temperature in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average high temperature in August: 89.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in August: 79.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (48.6°F).

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Average pressure in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average pressure in August - Belle Chasse, 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
Belle Chasse, LA

Average wind speed in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average wind speed in August: 6.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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Average humidity in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average humidity in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average humidity in August: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average rainfall in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average rainfall in August: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and April (0.43").

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Average rainfall days in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average rainfall days in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average rainfall days in August: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.7 days).

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Average snowfall days in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average snowfall days in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Belle Chasse, 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: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average sunshine days in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average sunshine days in August: 8.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average UV index in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average UV index in August: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average cloud cover in August - Belle Chasse, LA
  • Average cloud cover in August: 28

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in August
Belle Chasse, LA

Average visibility in August - Belle Chasse, 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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