Tangipahoa Parish Climate
Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
66.8°F
Annual Precip
63.6"
Annual Snowfall
0.0"
Extreme Heat Days
90
days >= 90°F/yr
Monthly Temperature
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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: Tangipahoa Parish
Climate Verdict
Tangipahoa Parish has a warm, averaging 66.8°F year-round, very wet conditions receiving 63.6 inches of precipitation annually, significant summer heat with 89.85 days annually above 90°F, light snow averaging 0.0 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are mild, with January temperatures averaging 49.8°F. summers are hot, with July averaging 81.3°F. The 31°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change. January is typically the coldest month and August the warmest.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
Summer outdoor activities should be planned for early morning or evening to avoid extreme heat.
Regional Context
Tangipahoa Parish closely matches the Louisiana statewide average temperature of 67.0°F, it is somewhat wetter than average for Louisiana.
Climate Profile
About Tangipahoa Parish Weather
Classic Southern humidity and heat
Tangipahoa Parish averages 66.8°F annually, staying well above the national median for temperature. This region is characterized by high rainfall and long, hot summers.
Mirroring the state average
The parish average of 66.8°F is nearly identical to the Louisiana state average of 67.0°F. It serves as a middle ground between the cooler northern hills and the hotter southern coast.
Similiar to St. Tammany
Tangipahoa is just slightly cooler than St. Tammany Parish, which averages 67.4°F. However, Tangipahoa experiences more extreme heat days, with 90 days hitting over 90°F compared to St. Tammany’s 76.
Hot summers and crisp winters
The parish endures 90 days of extreme heat per year, with July temperatures averaging 81.3°F. Winters are cool but not freezing, averaging 51.7°F with no recorded annual snowfall.
Focus on summer cooling
Residents spend 90 days a year in temperatures above 90°F, making reliable air conditioning a life-safety requirement. The 63.6 inches of annual rainfall also necessitates regular checks on home roofing and seals.
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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.