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Weather & Climate in Lake Providence, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Lake Providence enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°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 58.8 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 103 feet.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.6°F |
| 20% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 103 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 951/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.8020°N, 91.1752°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | East Carroll Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Monroe Regional (MLU) 52 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 21.6 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 99.2 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 35.6 / 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
15 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 | 50 km | 16 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 142 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 7 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Jun 29, 2015 | 6 km SSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.2 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Aug 11, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi | M3.1 | 91 km | 10 km |
| Oct 26, 2002 | 3 km SE of Alligator, Mississippi | M3.1 | 148 km | 3 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 145 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 143 km | 5 km |
| May 3, 2015 | 8 km WSW of Canton, Mississippi | M3.0 | 102 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 149 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 140 km | 5 km |
| Aug 9, 2019 | Mississippi | M2.8 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 136 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 137 km | 12 km |
| Aug 17, 2015 | 9 km N of Madison, Mississippi | M2.6 | 103 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 2.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 2 | 75 mph | 247 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 202 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 265 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | — | 287 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 121 mph | 195 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 1 | 92 mph | 261 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 268 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
674 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 259 fatalities, 3,341 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 54 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Mar 3, 1966 | EF5 | 91 km | 202.5 mi | 58 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 59 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF4 | 17 km | 59.2 mi | 17 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 46 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF4 | 75 km | 30.3 mi | 0 |
| Mar 9, 1992 | EF4 | 39 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 81 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Apr 17, 1978 | EF4 | 76 km | 3.6 mi | 0 |
| Mar 29, 1976 | EF4 | 93 km | 22.3 mi | 3 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 18 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 67 km | 65.2 mi | 13 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 89 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 15, 2011 | EF3 | 94 km | 16.5 mi | 0 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 66 km | 30.0 mi | 3 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 70 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 9, 1999 | EF3 | 80 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
| May 2, 1997 | EF3 | 97 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 11, 1995 | EF3 | 79 km | 15.0 mi | 0 |
| Mar 4, 1989 | EF3 | 89 km | 11.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 acres, 2006).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 4,134 | 69 km |
| 2006 | MOLLICY WARREN | 2,175 | 78 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 83 km |
| 2007 | BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F | 1,061 | 100 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,057 | 95 km |
| 2011 | SHALLOW LAKE WEST | 900 | 100 km |
| 2000 | SHALLOW LAKE W | 892 | 100 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 839 | 100 km |
| 1996 | RIDGE ROAD | 804 | 99 km |
| 2006 | PINE ISLAND | 757 | 92 km |
| 1995 | BOULDINHSE | 748 | 100 km |
| 1998 | BOLDINHOS | 717 | 100 km |
| 2011 | BOULDINGHOUSE | 679 | 100 km |
| 2002 | PINE ISLAND | 676 | 92 km |
| 1988 | BRAD TRAM | 676 | 93 km |
| 2000 | PINE ISLAND 1 N | 673 | 93 km |
| 2013 | FOUNTAIN HILL | 655 | 88 km |
| 1995 | RIDGE ROAD | 614 | 99 km |
| 1985 | UNNAMED | 592 | 100 km |
| 1998 | UNNAMED | 577 | 99 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.0 in | |
| July | 82°F (28°C) | 4.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 47°F (9°C) | 6.1 in |
Lake Providence has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.1") and September the driest (3.0").