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Weather & Climate in Frierson, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Frierson enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°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 189 feet.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.7°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 189 ft (58 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.2469°N, 93.6869°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | De Soto Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Shreveport Regional (SHV) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 42.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 84.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 32.6 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively 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 | 74 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 85 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 73 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 80 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 36 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 56 km | 5 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 133 km | 7 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 96 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 60 km | 9 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 128 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 48 km | 5 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 52 km | 9 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 110 km | 8 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 60 km | 7 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 46 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 142 km | 5 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 75 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 41 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
10 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 62 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 250 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 98 mph | 275 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 206 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 217 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 198 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | — | 283 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 271 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 267 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 267 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
711 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 67 fatalities, 975 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 97 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF4 | 34 km | 19.3 mi | 7 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF4 | 29 km | 6.2 mi | 2 |
| Feb 12, 1950 | EF4 | 43 km | 82.6 mi | 18 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 100 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Jan 20, 2010 | EF3 | 53 km | 15.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 94 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 40 km | 32.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 37 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 100 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 46 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 69 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 60 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 19, 1991 | EF3 | 99 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 7, 1989 | EF3 | 74 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 63 km | 48.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 1985 | EF3 | 85 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1984 | EF3 | 32 km | 61.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 77 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 84 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (5,104 acres, 2020).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 97 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,057 | 65 km |
| 2022 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 4,845 | 67 km |
| 2011 | TD13 | 4,208 | 59 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,833 | 65 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 3,599 | 98 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,408 | 81 km |
| 2022 | TXCLR-FY22-RX-W | 3,288 | 64 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 3,287 | 63 km |
| 2010 | RX10COMP36-45 | 3,272 | 66 km |
| 2021 | C15/16 | 3,189 | 100 km |
| 2020 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 3,144 | 68 km |
| 2019 | C-15 16 27 | 3,130 | 100 km |
| 2010 | C-15 | 3,117 | 99 km |
| 2024 | RX KIS C-15-16 | 3,112 | 100 km |
| 2022 | C-29/35 | 3,088 | 100 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,992 | 68 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,954 | 60 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,953 | 60 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,925 | 91 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (26°C) | 4.5 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in |
Frierson has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 46°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (2.7").