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Weather & Climate in Harrisonburg, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Harrisonburg enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 306 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 59.5 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 44 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 65.0°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 44 ft (13 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 327/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.7685°N, 91.8230°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Catahoula Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Esler Regional (ESF) 38 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 98.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Low |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
7 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 | 147 km | 9 km |
| Aug 2, 2010 | 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana | M3.0 | 140 km | 0 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 146 km | 5 km |
| Apr 13, 2024 | 4 km NW of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.6 | 149 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
16 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 | 257 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 162 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 123 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 253 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 212 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 244 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 292 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 104 mph | 163 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 235 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 224 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 259 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 202 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 142 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 226 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 214 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 246 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
545 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 110 fatalities, 1,366 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 76 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 93 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 86 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 100 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Jan 23, 1969 | EF4 | 74 km | 117.8 mi | 32 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 32 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 98 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 85 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 26 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 42 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 59 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 31 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 35 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 22 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 31 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1983 | EF3 | 95 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 48 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 47 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| May 18, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1983 | EF3 | 61 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,777 acres, 2013).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 96 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,768 | 97 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 77 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 97 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB51 | 4,411 | 89 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 4,022 | 99 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 | 3,826 | 100 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 | 3,676 | 89 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,648 | 97 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 68 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 73 km |
| 2024 | RX CALE C-34-369 | 3,183 | 96 km |
| 2022 | C-34/369 | 3,160 | 96 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,113 | 97 km |
| 2022 | C371/372 | 2,944 | 99 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,925 | 96 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 38 PBURN | 2,902 | 99 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 100 PBURN | 2,890 | 64 km |
| 2018 | C-29 | 2,883 | 97 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,860 | 64 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
Harrisonburg has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (3.5").