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Weather & Climate in Bernice, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Bernice enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 82°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 55.6 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 212 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 212 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 3.2 sq mi (8.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 361/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8277°N, 92.6585°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Lincoln Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Ruston Regional (RSN) 22 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 64.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 85.8 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 53.4 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
21 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 | 99 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 124 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 21 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 40 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 119 km | 9 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 126 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 108 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 101 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 42 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 42 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 27 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 31 km | 12 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Apr 26, 2024 | 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana | M2.7 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 78 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2024 | 4 km NW of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.6 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Dec 24, 1997 | 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.6 | 42 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
5 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 101 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | — | 290 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 75 mph | 295 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 1 | 75 mph | 293 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 1 | — | 274 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
538 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 38 fatalities, 425 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 63 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 28, 1975 | EF4 | 95 km | 5.4 mi | 7 |
| Dec 19, 1957 | EF4 | 80 km | 17.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF3 | 19 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 61 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 35 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 22 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2005 | EF3 | 22 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 73 km | 30.0 mi | 3 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 70 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 20 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 47 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 59 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 19, 1983 | EF3 | 3 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 96 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF3 | 95 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1982 | EF3 | 81 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 71 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 8, 1979 | EF3 | 86 km | 17.7 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: TD13 (4,208 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | TD13 | 4,208 | 96 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,134 | 91 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,408 | 88 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 38 PBURN | 2,902 | 90 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,782 | 93 km |
| 2024 | RX WINN-40-115 | 2,724 | 93 km |
| 2021 | WINN 13 17 18 | 2,683 | 88 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,639 | 88 km |
| 2022 | WINN C40 / 115 | 2,626 | 93 km |
| 2018 | WINN C-24 | 2,522 | 88 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,343 | 88 km |
| 2022 | CANEY C 11-14 | 2,323 | 27 km |
| 2006 | MOLLICY WARREN | 2,175 | 63 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 75 km |
| 2015 | COMPARTMENT 22 PBURN | 1,956 | 84 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,923 | 90 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,838 | 93 km |
| 2018 | C-13/17/18 | 1,837 | 89 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 1,784 | 91 km |
| 2018 | C-115/40 | 1,764 | 92 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 | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 3.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.0 in |
Bernice has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 46°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.6") and August the driest (3.3").