Natchitoches Parish Climate
Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
66.4°F
Annual Precip
55.9"
Annual Snowfall
0.3"
Extreme Heat Days
91
days >= 90°F/yr
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Growing Season & Gardening
9a
Minimum winter temperature range for plant survival
6,452
Excellent for heat-loving crops
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Climate Advisory: Natchitoches Parish
Climate Verdict
Natchitoches Parish has a warm, averaging 66.4°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 55.9 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 91.23333333333333 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.3 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 47.9°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 83.3°F. The 35°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Natchitoches Parish closely matches the Louisiana statewide average temperature of 67.0°F, it is somewhat drier than average for Louisiana.
Climate Profile
About Natchitoches Parish Weather
Well above national averages
Natchitoches Parish averages 66.4°F annually, significantly exceeding the national median temperature. The region defines the classic humid subtropical experience.
Aligning with state norms
The parish temperature of 66.4°F closely tracks the Louisiana state average of 67.0°F. It experiences the typical heat and humidity found throughout the state's interior.
Matching the regional heat
The 91 extreme heat days here match the intensity of neighboring Rapides Parish. However, its 55.9 inches of rainfall is slightly lower than the state average of 60.8 inches.
Steamy summers and soft winters
July averages 83.3°F, driving a total of 91 days per year where temperatures reach 90°F or higher. Winters are mild at 49.8°F with only 0.3 inches of annual snowfall.
Manage the extreme heat
With three full months of 90°F days, cooling capacity is the primary home concern. Outdoor activities require careful planning to avoid peak afternoon heat during the 82.3°F average summer.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.