Houma (LA) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Houma can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be very warm during the warmest months,
and mild during the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Houma can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August to a moderate 17°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 6°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Houma is known for its substantial rainfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1725 mm. The climate in Houma shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect heavy rainfall in August, with an average of 257 mm of precipitation over 20 rainy days. In contrast, November offers drier and sunnier days, with around 67 mm of rainfall over 7 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Houma Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Houma serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in May with an average of 9.3 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in January, offering only 5.1 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Houma.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 79%. In February, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Houma in the United States of America
During the months of March, April 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:
Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in May, June, July, August and September.
August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
August tops the wettest month list with 257 mm of rainfall.
November is the driest month with 67 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 279 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
