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Harahan weather in August (Louisiana, United States of America)

Looking to travel to Harahan in August? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In August, Harahan generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. August is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 33°C, while night temperatures can drop to 25°C. Often, it stands out as the year's warmest month. With this in mind, cool breathable fabrics will make navigating the heat much more bearable. Always be ready to embrace the warmth while staying cool and protected.

Harahan in August usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 219 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 19 days of rainfall is expected.

The city usually sees around 251 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, August may not be the ideal month to visit Harahan. October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Harahan climate page with graphs.

 

Harahan, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 25°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 28°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 219 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 251 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
* Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in August

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in August and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Harahan in August?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in August.

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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