August Rainfall and Precipitation in Louisiana

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Louisiana, the United States of America in August.

Louisiana, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences precipitation in August ranging from moderate in Shreveport with 62 mm (2.4 in) of rainfall to heavy in Houma with 257 mm (10 in) of rainfall. In August, it is summer. August typically stands out as the wettest month of the year in Louisiana, the United States of America.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in August: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Louisiana precipitation in August: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Louisiana, the United States of America receive in August?

In New Orleans, the month of August typically brings a significant amount of rain, with averages close to 219 mm (8.6 in). As a result, you can expect quick-changing weather patterns and numerous showers.

How many days does it rain in Louisiana, the United States of America in August?

On average, New Orleans has about 19 days days of rain in August.

Is August part of the rainy season in Louisiana, the United States of America?

August is generally a drier month for Louisiana, the United States of America, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in August in Louisiana, the United States of America?

Houma is the wettest city in Louisiana, the United States of America in August according to our database, with average rainfall of around 257 mm (10 in).

What is the driest city in August in Louisiana, the United States of America?

In our records, Shreveport stands out as the driest city in Louisiana, the United States of America for August, averaging just 62 mm (2.4 in).

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