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Donaldsonville (LA) Climate by Month

The temperature in Donaldsonville can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months, and mild during the cooler months. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Visitors to Donaldsonville can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 17°C during cooler months like January. At night, temperatures typically average around 5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Donaldsonville is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1621 mm. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, August receives heavy rainfall, averaging 212 mm of precipitation, recorded across 17 rainy days. In contrast, the drier season, November brings less rainfall, with 84 mm over 7 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Donaldsonville. While May receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 9.7 hours, February marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Baton Rouge, the United States of America (41 KM, 26 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Baton Rouge, the United States of America (41 KM, 26 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Donaldsonville in the United States of America

During the months of March and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Donaldsonville?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July, August and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Donaldsonville?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Donaldsonville?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Donaldsonville?
    August tops the wettest month list with 212 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Donaldsonville?
    November is the driest month with 84 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Donaldsonville?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 290 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Donaldsonville (LA)

    Thu   Nov 21
    20°C | 7°C
    NW 25 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    17°C | 7°C
    N 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    19°C | 5°C
    NE 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain