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United StatesThe climate of Louisiana
The current climate in Louisiana features temperatures ranging from a high of 33°C to a low of 16°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 26°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 4°C and in the warmer months around 23°C.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average monthly maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and average monthly rainfall (in millimeters) for Louisiana, United States.
Temperature records
The highest temperature recorded in Louisiana in recent years was 40°C in August 2023. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was -3°C in December 2022.
Rainfall amount
On average, Louisiana receives 1344 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
The hurricane season in Louisiana runs from June to November.
The climate in Louisiana is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Louisiana to get the full picture of the climate.
Best time to visit Louisiana?
The best time to visit Louisiana for sunny weather is February, May through July and September through November. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Louisiana. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
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Climate Table of Louisiana
The climate table of Louisiana shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp. max (°C) | 16 | 18 | 22 | 25 | 29 | 32 | 33 | 33 | 32 | 28 | 21 | 18 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 5 | 7 | 11 | 14 | 19 | 22 | 24 | 23 | 21 | 15 | 9 | 8 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 112 | 103 | 180 | 144 | 114 | 103 | 86 | 132 | 57 | 101 | 89 | 123 |
| UV Index | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
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Temperature charts
These charts display the average temperatures in Louisiana, United States. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Average Temperature per Month in Louisiana
Yearly Temperature in Louisiana
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in Louisiana, United States. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail. The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Average Precipitation per Month in Louisiana
Total Yearly Precipitation in Louisiana
UV index chart
This chart shows the average UV index per month in Louisiana, United States. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Average UV Index per Month in Louisiana
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Average weather in Louisiana by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Louisiana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.