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Weather & Climate in Alexandria, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Alexandria enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 313 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 60.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 105 ft (32 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,565/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.2934°N, 92.4702°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rapides Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Alexandria International (AEX) 5 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Moderate |
| Risk Score | 84.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 79.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Moderate |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Moderate |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.6.
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 124 km | 9 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 148 km | 9 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2024 | 4 km NW of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.6 | 121 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
19 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Francine | Category 2 | 104 mph | 241 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 177 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 80 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 274 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 139 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 190 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 283 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 271 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 109 mph | 123 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 154 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 4 | 127 mph | 274 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 121 mph | 179 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 2 | 92 mph | 145 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 115 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 264 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 234 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 2 | — | 263 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 146 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 211 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
529 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 35 fatalities, 456 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 64 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 61 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 85 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF3 | 85 km | 8.7 mi | 1 |
| May 17, 2020 | EF3 | 95 km | 3.9 mi | 1 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | EF3 | 91 km | 62.6 mi | 1 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 99 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 69 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 74 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1983 | EF3 | 66 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 77 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 66 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 79 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF3 | 98 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 9, 1983 | EF3 | 97 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 31, 1983 | EF3 | 50 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 5, 1981 | EF3 | 1 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Jan 18, 1973 | EF3 | 94 km | 38.0 mi | 1 |
| Jun 22, 1971 | EF3 | 9 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1969 | EF3 | 63 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (12,496 acres, 2000).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 12,496 | 63 km |
| 2023 | HWY 113 | 7,104 | 48 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 20 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 48 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 56 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 70 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 67 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 15 km |
| 2022 | THE 60S | 4,538 | 64 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 52 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 17 km |
| 2024 | RX CALV C-262-265 | 4,445 | 51 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,440 | 56 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,310 | 54 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,279 | 62 km |
| 2018 | C-238 | 3,709 | 58 km |
| 2010 | WRANGLER | 3,693 | 57 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,648 | 17 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 41 km |
| 2023 | IDA | 3,628 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 5.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.6 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.2 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
Alexandria has a seasonal temperature swing of 34°F / from 49°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 60.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and August the driest (4.2").