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Weather & Climate in Fifth Ward, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fifth Ward 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 60.1 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 77 feet.
Temperature
49°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.9°F |
| 24% above US avg | |
| January Average | 49°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 77 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 212/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.1207°N, 92.1584°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rapides Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Esler Regional (ESF) 21 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
1 earthquake (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.0.
| Aug 2, 2010 | 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana | M3.0 | 129 km | 0 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
20 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 | 208 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 142 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 109 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 239 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 134 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 169 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 249 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 300 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 109 mph | 95 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 165 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 4 | 127 mph | 244 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 121 mph | 198 km |
| 2005 | Cindy | Category 1 | 75 mph | 291 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 2 | 92 mph | 125 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 144 mph | 82 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 273 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 246 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 230 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 135 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 188 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
535 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 43 fatalities, 493 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 97 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 85 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 95 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.7 mi | 1 |
| May 17, 2020 | EF3 | 74 km | 3.9 mi | 1 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 88 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 85 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 94 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 57 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 98 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1983 | EF3 | 31 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 84 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 9, 1983 | EF3 | 79 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 9, 1983 | EF3 | 80 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 31, 1983 | EF3 | 21 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 12, 1982 | EF3 | 89 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1981 | EF3 | 36 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1977 | EF3 | 93 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Feb 29, 1972 | EF3 | 99 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1971 | EF3 | 44 km | 0.1 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 | 62 km |
| 2023 | HWY 113 | 7,104 | 66 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 43 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 71 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 92 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 44 km |
| 2022 | THE 60S | 4,538 | 98 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 83 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 39 km |
| 2024 | RX CALV C-262-265 | 4,445 | 75 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,440 | 92 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,310 | 79 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,279 | 88 km |
| 2018 | C-238 | 3,709 | 83 km |
| 2010 | WRANGLER | 3,693 | 92 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,648 | 37 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 69 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 3,599 | 100 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,599 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 49°F (10°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 52°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 5.8 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 74°F (23°C) | 5.8 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 67°F (20°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 58°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 51°F (11°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
Fifth Ward has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 49°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.5") and August the driest (4.1").