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Weather & Climate in Powhatan, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Powhatan enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°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 55.2 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 123 feet.
Temperature
48°F Jan (9°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.6°F |
| 23% above US avg | |
| January Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 123 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 50/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.8738°N, 93.2032°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Natchitoches Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Shreveport Regional (SHV) 54 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 56.4 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 80.4 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 27.5 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very 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 | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Very Low |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
35 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 | 110 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 3 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.3 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Sep 2, 2013 | 14 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M4.2 | 125 km | 5 km |
| Jan 25, 2013 | 11 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M4.1 | 104 km | 5 km |
| May 10, 2012 | 9 km NW of Timpson, Texas | M3.9 | 120 km | 7 km |
| Jan 27, 2024 | 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M3.6 | 32 km | 9 km |
| Jan 18, 2025 | 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.5 | 116 km | 5 km |
| Jan 20, 2019 | 7 km SSW of San Augustine, Texas | M3.3 | 99 km | 5 km |
| Apr 16, 2021 | 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.2 | 109 km | 5 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 136 km | 5 km |
| Aug 22, 2025 | 5 km WSW of Huxley, Texas | M3.2 | 71 km | 9 km |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana | M3.0 | 107 km | 5 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 | 122 km | 8 km |
| Jan 6, 2025 | 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana | M3.0 | 111 km | 9 km |
| May 31, 2013 | 7 km SE of Timpson, Texas | M2.9 | 107 km | 5 km |
| Jan 29, 2013 | 4 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 112 km | 5 km |
| Dec 7, 2012 | 3 km S of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 113 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 29 km | 5 km |
| Jan 31, 2013 | 7 km WNW of Timpson, Texas | M2.8 | 119 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
14 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 | 269 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 17 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 199 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 270 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 104 mph | 215 km |
| 2008 | Ike | Category 2 | 109 mph | 221 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 179 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 175 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 226 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 209 km |
| 1989 | Chantal | Category 1 | 81 mph | 278 km |
| 1986 | Bonnie | Category 1 | 86 mph | 243 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 214 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 281 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980-2026).
Tornado History
597 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF4. Total: 84 fatalities, 1,167 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 38 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF4 | 94 km | 19.3 mi | 7 |
| Dec 3, 1978 | EF4 | 87 km | 6.2 mi | 2 |
| Dec 3, 1953 | EF4 | 91 km | 85.5 mi | 9 |
| Feb 12, 1950 | EF4 | 76 km | 82.6 mi | 18 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 87 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 90 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Apr 23, 2000 | EF3 | 27 km | 19.3 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 82 km | 8.5 mi | 0 |
| Apr 3, 1999 | EF3 | 79 km | 5.4 mi | 0 |
| Nov 3, 1992 | EF3 | 65 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 15, 1987 | EF3 | 92 km | 48.0 mi | 1 |
| May 2, 1984 | EF3 | 89 km | 61.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 16 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 43 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 85 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 27 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 86 km | 23.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 87 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 1982 | EF3 | 87 km | 7.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950-2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: RXCOMP89-90-93-115 (10,602 acres, 2010).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2010 | RXCOMP89-90-93-115 | 10,602 | 93 km |
| 1994 | AIRPORT | 8,458 | 79 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 6,146 | 99 km |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 98 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,381 | 93 km |
| 2021 | C-43/44 | 5,340 | 49 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 5,104 | 43 km |
| 2021 | UNNAMED | 5,057 | 65 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 5,044 | 89 km |
| 2022 | GOOBER HILL SOUTH | 4,845 | 69 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 92 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,754 | 99 km |
| 2022 | THE 60S | 4,538 | 55 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 55 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 99 km |
| 2024 | RX CALV C-262-265 | 4,445 | 93 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,440 | 45 km |
| 2019 | UNNAMED | 4,310 | 89 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,279 | 88 km |
| 2011 | TD13 | 4,208 | 22 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| June | 79°F (26°C) | 4.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.6 in |
Powhatan has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 48°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.7") and August the driest (3.2").