Weather & Climate in Hessmer, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hessmer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 59.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 77 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 77 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,089/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.0534°N, 92.1215°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Rapides Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Esler Regional (ESF) 26 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 124 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 | 200 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 136 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 113 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 233 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 130 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 162 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 241 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 109 mph | 86 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 164 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 4 | 127 mph | 240 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 121 mph | 199 km |
| 2005 | Cindy | Category 1 | 75 mph | 283 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 2 | 92 mph | 118 km |
| 1997 | Danny | Category 1 | 81 mph | 297 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 144 mph | 74 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 271 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 245 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 225 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 130 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 180 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
563 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 44 fatalities, 543 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 89 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF3 | 46 km | 8.7 mi | 1 |
| May 17, 2020 | EF3 | 68 km | 3.9 mi | 1 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 92 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 93 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 99 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 60 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1983 | EF3 | 24 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 92 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 9, 1983 | EF3 | 73 km | 21.0 mi | 0 |
| Feb 9, 1983 | EF3 | 72 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 31, 1983 | EF3 | 15 km | 5.0 mi | 1 |
| Sep 12, 1982 | EF3 | 93 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1981 | EF3 | 43 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 21, 1977 | EF3 | 85 km | 3.8 mi | 1 |
| Oct 29, 1974 | EF3 | 97 km | 7.3 mi | 0 |
| Feb 29, 1972 | EF3 | 92 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1971 | EF3 | 51 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Dec 29, 1969 | EF3 | 56 km | 29.1 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1967 | EF3 | 88 km | 5.2 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 | 61 km |
| 2023 | HWY 113 | 7,104 | 68 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 48 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 75 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 98 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 50 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 91 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 44 km |
| 2024 | RX CALV C-262-265 | 4,445 | 78 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,440 | 98 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,310 | 83 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,279 | 92 km |
| 2018 | C-238 | 3,709 | 87 km |
| 2010 | WRANGLER | 3,693 | 99 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,648 | 42 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 78 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 3,599 | 68 km |
| 2019 | ZION HILL RANGE 9 C-252/253/254/257 | 3,595 | 98 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 89 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 67°F (20°C) | 5.8 in | |
| May | 75°F (24°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 81°F (27°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 83°F (28°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| September | 78°F (25°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 68°F (20°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 5.7 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 5.0 in |
Hessmer has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 50°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 59.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (3.6").