Opelousas Weather in August

What's the weather like in Opelousas (Louisiana) in August 2024?

The climate in Opelousas during August can be summarized as hot, humid and damp.

August is in the summer in Opelousas and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a steamy 33°C (92°F), whilst at night 22°C (72°F) is normal.

Opelousas weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 33.3°C 91.9°F
Nightly temperature 22°C 71.5°F
Average temperature 27.6°C 81.7°F
Daily sunshine 9.2 hrs
Avg rainfall 116 mm 4.6 ins
Rainy days 11 days
Sea temperature 29.7°C 85.4°F
Humidity 78%
Windspeed 10.1kph 6 mph

On average August is the 2nd driest month of the year in Opelousas with around 116mm 4.6 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 11 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.2 hours of sunshine per day.

August temperatures in Opelousas

Opelousas average temperature in August

August rainfall

Opelousas average rain in August

August hourly sunshine

Opelousas average rain in August

The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Opelousas in August 2024.