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Weather & Climate in Wallace Ridge, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Wallace Ridge enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°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 59.6 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 60 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 65.2°F |
| 21% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 60 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 94/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 31.6841°N, 91.8287°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Catahoula Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Esler Regional (ESF) 34 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 17.0 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 98.1 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 48.7 / 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
5 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 | 150 km | 9 km |
| Aug 2, 2010 | 16 km ESE of Clinton, Louisiana | M3.0 | 134 km | 0 km |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.8 | 148 km | 5 km |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana | M2.8 | 149 km | 5 km |
| Jan 19, 2024 | 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana | M2.7 | 148 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 |
| 2024 | Francine | Category 2 | 104 mph | 248 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 150 mph | 155 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 125 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 3 | 115 mph | 247 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 204 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 234 km |
| 2012 | Isaac | Category 1 | 81 mph | 284 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 104 mph | 154 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 228 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 221 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 253 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 193 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 4 | 138 mph | 132 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 222 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 205 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 86 mph | 237 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
513 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 103 fatalities, 1,300 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 84 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Nov 29, 2010 | EF4 | 93 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 94 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Jan 23, 1969 | EF4 | 74 km | 117.8 mi | 32 |
| Dec 28, 2024 | EF3 | 98 km | 26.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 39 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 93 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 27 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 45 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 60 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 38 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 26 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 26 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 34 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| May 20, 1983 | EF3 | 86 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 49 km | 12.0 mi | 1 |
| May 19, 1983 | EF3 | 57 km | 2.0 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1983 | EF3 | 67 km | 9.0 mi | 0 |
| May 18, 1983 | EF3 | 93 km | 5.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF3 | 55 km | 6.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: C-368 366 365 364 75 (5,919 acres, 2021).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2021 | C-368 366 365 364 75 | 5,919 | 94 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,777 | 90 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 4,768 | 93 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 77 km |
| 2019 | C-371/369/34 | 4,481 | 91 km |
| 2022 | HOMOCHITTO BB51 | 4,411 | 85 km |
| 2014 | UNNAMED | 4,022 | 95 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 18 | 3,826 | 97 km |
| 2010 | HOMOCHITTO BURN BLOCK 25 | 3,676 | 86 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 3,648 | 90 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 67 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 73 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 3,338 | 94 km |
| 2018 | UNNAMED | 3,203 | 94 km |
| 2024 | RX CALE C-34-369 | 3,183 | 90 km |
| 2022 | C-34/369 | 3,160 | 90 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 3,113 | 90 km |
| 2022 | C371/372 | 2,944 | 92 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,925 | 97 km |
| 2010 | COMPARTMENT 100 PBURN | 2,890 | 58 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 5.0 in | |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 6.1 in | |
| April | 66°F (19°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 80°F (27°C) | 4.4 in | |
| July | 81°F (27°C) | 4.0 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 50°F (10°C) | 6.1 in | Wettest |
Wallace Ridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 35°F / from 47°F in January to 82°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.1") and August the driest (3.5").