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Weather & Climate in Hornbeck, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Hornbeck enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 83°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 58.7 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 366 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.4°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 366 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 405/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.3260°N, 93.3958°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Sabine Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Beauregard Regional (DRI) 37 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 61.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 91.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 14.7 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Relatively Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Moderate |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
28 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 | 114 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 117 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 129 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 103 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 124 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 91 km | 9 km |
| Mar 29, 2025 | 13 km NNE of Wells, Texas | M3.5 | 143 km | 7 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 72 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 70 km | 9 km |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 8 km W of Huxley, Texas | M3.0 | 73 km | 7 km |
| Apr 2, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Chireno, Texas | M3.0 | 97 km | 8 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2012 | 3 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 88 km | 5 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 79 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2013 | 7 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 122 km | 5 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 115 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.7 | 89 km | 5 km |
| May 20, 2012 | 5 km W of Timpson, Texas | M2.7 | 119 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 |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 144 mph | 260 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 17 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 104 mph | 144 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 224 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 109 mph | 183 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 185 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 116 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 114 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 181 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 186 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 215 km |
| 1989 | Jerry | Category 1 | 86 mph | 282 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 181 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 162 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 227 km |
| 1983 | Alicia | Category 3 | 115 mph | 271 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
505 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 606 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 76 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 44 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Feb 12, 1950 | EF4 | 92 km | 82.6 mi | 18 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | EF3 | 55 km | 62.6 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 72 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 92 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Mar 2, 1999 | EF3 | 67 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| Feb 19, 1991 | EF3 | 83 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 96 km | 48.0 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 75 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 59 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| Jun 5, 1981 | EF3 | 88 km | 4.3 mi | 0 |
| Oct 27, 1980 | EF3 | 57 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 20, 1974 | EF3 | 72 km | 85.2 mi | 1 |
| Mar 20, 1974 | EF3 | 57 km | 44.7 mi | 0 |
| Jan 19, 1974 | EF3 | 83 km | 0.8 mi | 0 |
| Jun 22, 1971 | EF3 | 80 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Mar 11, 1968 | EF3 | 57 km | 1.0 mi | 0 |
| May 1, 1967 | EF3 | 85 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: TIGER ISLAND (30,959 acres, 2023).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2023 | TIGER ISLAND | 30,959 | 66 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 15,017 | 58 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 12,496 | 96 km |
| 2010 | RXCOMP89-90-93-115 | 10,602 | 47 km |
| 1994 | AIRPORT | 8,458 | 34 km |
| 2010 | RX10COMP 63-64-65 | 7,353 | 89 km |
| 2023 | HWY 113 | 7,104 | 65 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,146 | 50 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 77 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 5,827 | 95 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 54 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 38 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 28 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,057 | 59 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 38 km |
| 2022 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 4,845 | 61 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 76 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 4,767 | 79 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,754 | 51 km |
| 2022 | ANF NORWOOD BLOCK B-C | 4,753 | 81 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.3 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.7 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 6.2 in | Wettest |
Hornbeck has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.2") and August the driest (3.6").