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Weather & Climate in Oak Ridge, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Oak Ridge 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 58.4 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 89 feet.
Temperature
44°F Jan (7°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 63.3°F |
| 17% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 56/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.6244°N, 91.7731°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Morehouse Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Monroe Regional (MLU) 16 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 55.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 97.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 43.9 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
11 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 | 101 km | 16 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 94 km | 5 km |
| Aug 11, 1996 | 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi | M3.1 | 135 km | 10 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 108 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 100 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 92 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 94 km | 12 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 144 km | 5 km |
| Dec 24, 1997 | 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.6 | 111 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 |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 2 | 75 mph | 243 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 3 | 98 mph | 143 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 1 | - | 259 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 121 mph | 237 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | - | 296 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 1 | 92 mph | 236 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 284 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
592 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 197 fatalities, 2,495 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 39 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 88 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Mar 24, 2023 | EF4 | 76 km | 59.2 mi | 17 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 51 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Mar 9, 1992 | EF4 | 96 km | 20.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 23 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 71 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF3 | 67 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 77 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 41 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 30 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 85 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Feb 24, 2007 | EF3 | 100 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 12, 2005 | EF3 | 100 km | 24.0 mi | 2 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 94 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 22 km | 30.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 75 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 91 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 95 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 7, 1984 | EF3 | 55 km | 1.0 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 | 61 km |
| 2006 | MOLLICY WARREN | 2,175 | 40 km |
| 2000 | UNNAMED | 2,042 | 82 km |
| 1996 | 007 CORNEY LAKE BED | 1,716 | 97 km |
| 2012 | LACEY | 1,439 | 95 km |
| 2010 | DREW | 1,283 | 92 km |
| 2006 | SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H | 1,146 | 67 km |
| 2013 | SINGLETON CREEK | 1,124 | 90 km |
| 2007 | BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F | 1,061 | 66 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 1,057 | 67 km |
| 2011 | SHALLOW LAKE WEST | 900 | 67 km |
| 2000 | SHALLOW LAKE W | 892 | 67 km |
| 1986 | UNNAMED | 889 | 67 km |
| 1987 | UNNAMED | 839 | 66 km |
| 1989 | SHALLOW LAKE | 820 | 67 km |
| 1996 | RIDGE ROAD | 804 | 67 km |
| 2006 | PINE ISLAND | 757 | 64 km |
| 2014 | ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE | 752 | 75 km |
| 1995 | BOULDINHSE | 748 | 66 km |
| 2007 | EAGLE LAKE | 742 | 68 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 49°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| April | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in | |
| May | 72°F (22°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.1 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 3.6 in | |
| August | 81°F (27°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 76°F (24°C) | 3.1 in | Driest |
| October | 65°F (18°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 in |
Oak Ridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 44°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.8") and September the driest (3.1").