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Weather & Climate in Gilbert, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Gilbert enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°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 58.3 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 74 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.1°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 74 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 303/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.0512°N, 91.6577°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Franklin Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Monroe Regional (MLU) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.8 / 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 Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
4 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M3.7.
| Jan 8, 2019 | 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi | M3.7 | 144 km | 16 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 143 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 143 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 146 km | 12 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
15 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 4.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Francine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 282 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 121 mph | 181 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 136 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 247 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 265 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 277 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 98 mph | 196 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 268 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 214 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 289 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 236 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 173 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 232 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 249 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 275 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
585 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 209 fatalities, 2,607 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 41 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 78 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 52 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 75 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Mar 29, 1976 | EF4 | 100 km | 126.5 mi | 0 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 94 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 93 km | 65.2 mi | 13 |
| Jan 23, 1969 | EF4 | 71 km | 117.8 mi | 32 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 39 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 67 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 76 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 38 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 57 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 59 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 86 km | 30.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 11 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 65 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 26 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 32 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1984 | EF3 | 87 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,498 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 99 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB51 | 4,411 | 96 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 | 3,676 | 97 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 94 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 95 km |
| 2021 | HOMOCHITTO - BB 7 | 3,028 | 97 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 100 PBURN | 2,890 | 96 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,860 | 86 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,802 | 97 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,677 | 93 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,666 | 93 km |
| 2022 | WINN 110/111 | 2,642 | 94 km |
| 2022 | C-32/33/34 | 2,580 | 86 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 2,539 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,523 | 91 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-8-9 | 2,513 | 86 km |
| 2024 | RX C-52 53 54 | 2,489 | 88 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,381 | 97 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,229 | 97 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,229 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 5.4 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in |
Gilbert has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.6 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.0") and September the driest (3.2").