Temperature in Louisiana in August

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Louisiana, the United States of America this August.

Louisiana, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in August ranging from 32°C (90°F) in Morgan City to 35°C (95°F) in Shamard Heights. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 23°C (73°F) in Shamard Heights and 24°C (75°F) in Morgan City. In August, it is summer. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Louisiana, the United States of America. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Louisiana, the United States of America in August?

Curious about the August temperatures in the prime spots of Louisiana? Navigate the map below and tap on a destination dot for more detailed stats.

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Best Places to Visit in Louisiana in August

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in August: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Louisiana temperatures in August: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Louisiana, the United States of America in August?

Expect daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F) in New Orleans. That makes August a very high month for Louisiana, the United States of America.

How cold does it get at night in Louisiana, the United States of America in August?

After dark, New Orleans cools to about 25°C (77°F) on an average August night.

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

Based on our systematic data collection, Shamard Heights has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 35°C (95°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 23°C (73°F).

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

In our database, Morgan City is the chilliest city in August in Louisiana, the United States of America. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 32°C (90°F), while the nighttime lows hover around 24°C (75°F).

How much sun does Louisiana, the United States of America get in August?

New Orleans enjoys approximately 251 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.

What is the water temperature in August?

The water temperature averages approximately 28°C (82°F) in New Orleans this month, a perfect temperature for swimming and cooling off.

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