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Weather & Climate in Winnsboro, LA
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Winnsboro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 66°F (19°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 66.0°F |
| 22% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 323 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,194/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 32.1647°N, 91.7206°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Franklin Parish County |
| Nearest Airport | Monroe Regional (MLU) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Very Low |
| Risk Score | 35.9 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 87.9 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 50.8 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively Low |
| Earthquake | Very Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Very Low |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Very Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively Moderate |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Low |
| Landslide | Very Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
8 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 | 137 km | 16 km |
| Jun 10, 1994 | 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas | M3.2 | 130 km | 5 km |
| Mar 3, 2001 | 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M3.0 | 144 km | 5 km |
| May 16, 2007 | 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas | M3.0 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Dec 17, 2001 | 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1997 | 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 142 km | 5 km |
| Feb 24, 2020 | 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas | M2.8 | 130 km | 14 km |
| May 11, 2020 | 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas | M2.8 | 133 km | 12 km |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana | M2.7 | 148 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
15 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2024 | Francine | Category 1 | 81 mph | 296 km |
| 2021 | Ida | Category 4 | 121 mph | 195 km |
| 2020 | Laura | Category 4 | 150 mph | 131 km |
| 2020 | Delta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 256 km |
| 2020 | Zeta | Category 2 | 98 mph | 279 km |
| 2019 | Barry | Category 1 | 75 mph | 289 km |
| 2008 | Gustav | Category 2 | 98 mph | 208 km |
| 2007 | Humberto | Category 1 | 92 mph | 274 km |
| 2005 | Katrina | Category 3 | 127 mph | 221 km |
| 2005 | Rita | Category 3 | 115 mph | 292 km |
| 2002 | Lili | Category 1 | 92 mph | 247 km |
| 1992 | Andrew | Category 3 | 115 mph | 185 km |
| 1985 | Elena | Category 3 | 115 mph | 244 km |
| 1985 | Danny | Category 1 | 92 mph | 258 km |
| 1985 | Juan | Category 1 | 75 mph | 288 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
615 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF5. Total: 219 fatalities, 2,725 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF5 | 34 km | 109.2 mi | 47 |
| Dec 5, 1953 | EF5 | 79 km | 9.0 mi | 38 |
| Apr 24, 2010 | EF4 | 48 km | 149.0 mi | 10 |
| Apr 1, 1983 | EF4 | 61 km | 9.0 mi | 2 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 95 km | 65.2 mi | 13 |
| Feb 21, 1971 | EF4 | 89 km | 202.1 mi | 58 |
| Jan 23, 1969 | EF4 | 83 km | 117.8 mi | 32 |
| Dec 13, 2022 | EF3 | 97 km | 9.1 mi | 0 |
| Nov 29, 2022 | EF3 | 39 km | 7.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 62 km | 2.6 mi | 0 |
| Apr 12, 2020 | EF3 | 54 km | 8.0 mi | 0 |
| Apr 25, 2019 | EF3 | 97 km | 11.2 mi | 2 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | EF3 | 52 km | 14.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 70 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 23, 2004 | EF3 | 59 km | 15.0 mi | 1 |
| Nov 24, 2001 | EF3 | 72 km | 30.0 mi | 3 |
| Jan 21, 1999 | EF3 | 25 km | 22.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 40 km | 38.0 mi | 0 |
| Nov 21, 1992 | EF3 | 77 km | 3.0 mi | 0 |
| Dec 21, 1990 | EF3 | 46 km | 18.0 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,498 acres, 2017).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 4,498 | 99 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-40-41-42 | 3,635 | 95 km |
| 2019 | C-110/111 | 3,516 | 95 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,860 | 87 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,677 | 96 km |
| 2022 | WINN 110/111 | 2,642 | 94 km |
| 2022 | C-32/33/34 | 2,580 | 88 km |
| 2020 | UNNAMED | 2,539 | 92 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,523 | 92 km |
| 2024 | RX CAT C-8-9 | 2,513 | 87 km |
| 2024 | RX C-52 53 54 | 2,489 | 91 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,381 | 99 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,229 | 91 km |
| 2015 | UNNAMED | 2,217 | 91 km |
| 2022 | C-52/53 | 2,207 | 91 km |
| 2017 | UNNAMED | 2,194 | 90 km |
| 2006 | MOLLICY WARREN | 2,175 | 89 km |
| 2013 | UNNAMED | 2,161 | 100 km |
| 2019 | C-52/53 | 2,144 | 91 km |
| 2016 | UNNAMED | 2,137 | 88 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 5.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 50°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| March | 58°F (14°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| April | 65°F (18°C) | 5.2 in | |
| May | 73°F (23°C) | 5.4 in | |
| June | 80°F (26°C) | 4.3 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| September | 76°F (25°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in |
Winnsboro has a seasonal temperature swing of 36°F / from 47°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 56.5 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.9") and August the driest (3.2").