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Weather & Climate in DeRidder, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
DeRidder enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 82°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 64.1 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 180 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.2°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 180 ft (55 m) |
| Area | 9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,056/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.8450°N, 93.2952°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Beauregard Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Beauregard Regional (DRI) 3 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 55.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 52.3 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 29.0 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Moderate |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
13 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.1.
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 144 km | 9 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 118 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 127 km | 8 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 120 km | 7 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 133 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 141 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 140 km | 5 km |
| May 4, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M2.6 | 126 km | 6 km |
| Apr 13, 2024 | 4 km NW of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.6 | 137 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
17 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 | 258 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 240 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 40 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 91 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 174 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 192 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 109 mph | 147 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 67 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 121 mph | 86 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 2 | 92 mph | 134 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 144 mph | 157 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 246 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 174 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 143 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 174 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 110 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 247 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
612 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 36 fatalities, 449 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 7, 1957 | EF4 | 93 km | 12.9 mi | 1 |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 34 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | EF3 | 3 km | 62.6 mi | 1 |
| Mar 2, 1999 | EF3 | 58 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 74 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 87 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 13, 1982 | EF3 | 82 km | 8.5 mi | 1 |
| Jun 5, 1981 | EF3 | 94 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1974 | EF3 | 88 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1973 | EF3 | 67 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 17, 1973 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1971 | EF3 | 89 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Feb 12, 1971 | EF3 | 70 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1967 | EF3 | 40 km | 5.2 mi | 0 |
| Nov 16, 1957 | EF3 | 81 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 7, 1957 | EF3 | 84 km | 13.3 mi | 3 |
| Apr 4, 1952 | EF3 | 85 km | 36.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 6, 1951 | EF3 | 94 km | 16.8 mi | 0 |
| Feb 12, 1950 | EF3 | 94 km | 74.5 mi | 5 |
| Jul 8, 2024 | EF2 | 68 km | 8.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: TIGER ISLAND (30,959 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | TIGER ISLAND | 30,959 | 20 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 15,017 | 35 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 12,496 | 63 km |
| 2010 | RXCOMP89-90-93-115 | 10,602 | 74 km |
| 1994 | AIRPORT | 8,458 | 70 km |
| 2023 | HWY 113 | 7,104 | 47 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,146 | 72 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 75 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 45 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 73 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 73 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 31 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 78 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 87 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,754 | 73 km |
| 2022 | THE 60S | 4,538 | 62 km |
| 2024 | ANF WHITE CITY COMP 35/36/37 RX | 4,508 | 95 km |
| 2011 | POWERLINE FIRE | 4,490 | 80 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 78 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 4,456 | 95 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.9 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 5.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 67°F (19°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (10°C) | 6.6 in | Wettest |
DeRidder has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 50°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.6") and April the driest (3.8").