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Weather & Climate in Ashland, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Ashland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 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 56.7 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 182 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 182 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1204°N, 93.1125°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Red River Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Ruston Regional (RSN) 41 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 16.7 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 96.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 51.2 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
40 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| May 17, 2012 | 3 km NE of Timpson, Texas | M4.8 | 120 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 134 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 116 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 129 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 20 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 121 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 97 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 88 km | 9 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 90 km | 7 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 142 km | 8 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 97 km | 9 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 140 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 119 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2012 | 3 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 125 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
12 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 121 mph | 277 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 13 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 226 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 294 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 98 mph | 233 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 242 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 208 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 203 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 248 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 225 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 272 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 239 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
593 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 67 fatalities, 900 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 46 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF4 | 81 km | 19.3 mi | 7 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF4 | 73 km | 6.2 mi | 2 |
| Feb 12, 1950 | EF4 | 85 km | 82.6 mi | 18 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF3 | 94 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 100 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 97 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 60 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 86 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 38 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 95 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 81 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 89 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 53 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 37 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1984 | EF3 | 87 km | 61.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 19, 1983 | EF3 | 91 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 82 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 70 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: C-43/44 (5,340 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 74 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 70 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,057 | 85 km |
| 2022 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 4,845 | 90 km |
| 2022 | THE 60S | 4,538 | 82 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 62 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,440 | 69 km |
| 2011 | TD13 | 4,208 | 8 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,833 | 85 km |
| 2010 | WRANGLER | 3,693 | 69 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 75 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 3,599 | 66 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 65 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 3,431 | 75 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,408 | 25 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 3,287 | 94 km |
| 2010 | RX10COMP36-45 | 3,272 | 89 km |
| 2021 | C15/16 | 3,189 | 68 km |
| 2020 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 3,144 | 89 km |
| 2019 | C-15 16 27 | 3,130 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in |
Ashland has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 46°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (3.2").