In Louisiana, summers extend, bringing long, hot, and oppressive conditions, while winters are brief, offering cool and windy weather. Throughout the year, Louisiana experiences wet and partly cloudy conditions, with temperatures typically ranging from 45°F to 90°F. Rarely does the temperature dip below 32°F or exceed 94°F.

According to the tourism score, the optimal periods to visit Louisiana for warm-weather activities are from late March to mid-May and from early October to early November.

During Louisiana's hot season, which spans 4.3 months from May 17 to September 27, the average daily high temperature exceeds 85°F. July emerges as the hottest month, boasting an average high of 90°F and a low of 74°F.

In contrast, the cool season spans 2.8 months, stretching from December 1 to February 25, with average daily high temperatures falling below 68°F. January stands as Louisiana's coldest month, featuring an average low of 46°F and a high of 63°F.

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To capture variation within months rather than just monthly totals, we track rainfall accumulated over a sliding 31-day period centered around each day of the year in Louisiana. This reveals significant seasonal fluctuations in monthly rainfall.

In Louisiana, rainfall occurs consistently across the year. July marks the wettest month, with an average rainfall of 5.7 inches. Conversely, October experiences the least rainfall, with an average of 3.3 inches.