Franklin Parish Climate
Franklin Parish, Louisiana
Avg Annual Temp
66.0°F
Annual Precip
58.3"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
103.85
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Franklin Parish Weather
Intense Heat in a Subtropical Zone
Franklin Parish averages 66.0°F annually, staying well above national medians. It receives 58.3 inches of annual precipitation, which is slightly lower than the Louisiana state average of 60.8 inches.
Standard Louisiana Warmth and High Heat
The parish average of 66.0°F is close to the state mean of 67.0°F. However, it stands out for its high frequency of extreme weather, including 104 days per year over 90°F.
More Extreme Heat Than Its Neighbors
Franklin’s 104 extreme heat days significantly outpace East Carroll’s 79 days. While its 58.3 inches of rain is lower than East Baton Rouge’s 64.8 inches, the summer heat is much more persistent here.
Over 100 Days of Extreme Summer Heat
Summers are grueling with a July average of 83.1°F and 104 days reaching 90°F or higher. Winters are relatively cool for the state, with a January average of 47.0°F and 0.3 inches of annual snow.
Heavy-Duty Cooling and Winter Layers
Prepare for a long cooling season, as 104 days of extreme heat will stress any HVAC system. The January average of 47.0°F also necessitates a reliable heating system for the shorter but distinct winter months.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.