August weather forecast
Haughton, LA

August in Haughton, Louisiana, is much the same as July - hot and humid, with clear skies being the norm rather than the exception. The rainfall is slightly more than in July, but still on the lower side statistically. Sunshine hours reach their zenith, resulting in days that are hot and typically ideal for indoor activities. The town echoes summer's peak with an identical highest average temperature of 95.4°F (35.2°C). Entering September, there's a notable drop in temperature and a decrease in maximum daylight hours.

Temperature

August, marked by an average high-temperature of 95.4°F (35.2°C) and a low-temperature of 73.6°F (23.1°C), is the warmest month in Haughton.

Heat index

For most parts of August, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 120.2°F (49°C). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather is individual, with diverse individuals experiencing it differently due to variations in body mass, height, and activity levels. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones regularly neglect the requirement for rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst is a late stage of dehydration - so, it is necessary to keep hydrated, particularly during extended periods of physical exertion.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

August is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 66%.

Rainfall

In Haughton, Louisiana, in August, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Haughton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.4 days and collects up to 36.34" (923mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Haughton, snow does not fall in April through October.

Daylight

In August, the average length of the day is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 8:11 pm. On the last day of August, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 7:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

August has the most sunshine of the year in Haughton, with an average of 10.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Haughton are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Guard oneself from overexposure. Defence against sun injury is vital. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.