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Weather & Climate in Homer, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Homer enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°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 57.0 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 269 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 62.8°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 269 ft (82 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 579/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.7938°N, 93.0591°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Webster Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | South Arkansas Regional At Goodwin Field (ELD) 33 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 69.5 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 92.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 22.3 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Very High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
23 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 | 77 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 86 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 142 km | 9 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 44 km | 5 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 81 km | 9 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 58 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 71 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 62 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 56 km | 10 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 53 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 55 km | 12 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 81 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 53 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 80 km | 5 km |
| Apr 26, 2024 | 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana | M2.7 | 48 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
7 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 88 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 1 | 86 mph | 300 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 98 mph | 291 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | — | 298 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 75 mph | 282 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 1 | 75 mph | 273 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 1 | 92 mph | 286 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
587 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 42 fatalities, 717 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF4 | 78 km | 19.3 mi | 7 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 99 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF4 | 73 km | 6.2 mi | 2 |
| Dec 19, 1957 | EF4 | 64 km | 17.7 mi | 2 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF3 | 55 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 91 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 92 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 48 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Apr 9, 2009 | EF3 | 96 km | 9.9 mi | 0 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 40 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2005 | EF3 | 40 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 99 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
| May 4, 1999 | EF3 | 53 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 22 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 18 km | 14.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 38 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 23, 1985 | EF3 | 77 km | 13.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 19, 1983 | EF3 | 40 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1982 | EF3 | 88 km | 10.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 35 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: TD13 (4,208 acres, 2011).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2011 | TD13 | 4,208 | 83 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,408 | 84 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 38 PBURN | 2,902 | 88 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,782 | 89 km |
| 2024 | RX WINN-40-115 | 2,724 | 89 km |
| 2021 | WINN 13 17 18 | 2,683 | 80 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 2,639 | 85 km |
| 2022 | WINN C40 / 115 | 2,626 | 89 km |
| 2018 | WINN C-24 | 2,522 | 85 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 2,343 | 85 km |
| 2022 | CANEY C 11-14 | 2,323 | 18 km |
| 2011 | 592 | 2,278 | 95 km |
| 2015 | COMPARTMENT 22 PBURN | 1,956 | 80 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,923 | 87 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 1,838 | 85 km |
| 2018 | C-13/17/18 | 1,837 | 81 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 1,784 | 89 km |
| 2018 | C-115/40 | 1,764 | 89 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 1,756 | 20 km |
| 1996 | 007 CORNEY LAKE BED | 1,716 | 32 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 63°F (17°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 71°F (22°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| June | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 64°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in |
Homer has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.0").