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Weather in January

January, the same as December, is another fresh winter month in Athens, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C) and an average high of 53.6°F (12°C). January stands out as Athens's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 53.6°F (12°C) and a low of 37.9°F (3.3°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Athens, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 57.6°F (14.2°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C). The transition from January to February brings an average high-temperature of a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C), barely different from January's 53.6°F (12°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Athens, is a comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between max 66.7°F (19.3°C) and min 48.7°F (9.3°C). The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in March, with an increase from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in February to a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Athens, Louisiana, is a moderately hot spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 75.7°F (24.3°C) and an average low of 54.5°F (12.5°C). The rise of average high-temperatures is seen in April, with an increase from a comfortable 66.7°F (19.3°C) in March to a warm 75.7°F (24.3°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Athens, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 63.1°F (17.3°C) and an average high of 84°F (28.9°C). The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's moderately hot 75.7°F (24.3°C) to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is a hot month in Athens, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 91.8°F (33.2°C) and min 70.5°F (21.4°C). June comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from a warm 84°F (28.9°C) in May to a tropical 91.8°F (33.2°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, in Athens, Louisiana, is another hot summer month, with an average temperature varying between 93.7°F (34.3°C) and 73°F (22.8°C). The onset of July brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 93.7°F (34.3°C), nearly matching the June temperature. Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another hot month in Athens, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 94.1°F (34.5°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C). With average high and low temperatures of 94.1°F (34.5°C) and 72.3°F (22.4°C) respectively, August is Athens's warmest month. August's mean heat index is appraised at a burning hot 120.2°F (49°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is still a hot month in Athens, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average high of 88.3°F (31.3°C) and an average low of 66.9°F (19.4°C). September's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a hot 94.1°F (34.5°C) in August to a still tropical 88.3°F (31.3°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is a moderately hot autumn month in Athens, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 77°F (25°C) and 56.1°F (13.4°C). Stepping into October, Athens observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's hot 88.3°F (31.3°C) to a moderately hot 77°F (25°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Athens, is another comfortable month, with an average temperature ranging between min 46.4°F (8°C) and max 63.9°F (17.7°C). The start of November comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a moderately hot 77°F (25°C) in October to an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Athens, is still a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 56.3°F (13.5°C). The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from an enjoyable 63.9°F (17.7°C) to a still refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest?

January is the month that records the lowest temperatures in Athens, Louisiana, with averages ranging from a high of 53.6°F (12°C) to a low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

How much does it rain?

Throughout the year, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 17.24" (438mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow?

January, February and December are months with snowfall.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are January and February, with an average 0.12" (3mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in Athens?

In Athens, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.8 days and aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, February is the most humid month.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Athens?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

When are the longest days?

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is July, with an average of 10.3h of sunshine.

What part of the year is the hottest?

August, with an average high of 94.1°F (34.5°C) and a low of 72.3°F (22.4°C), signifies the warmest month of the year.

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 70%, August is the least humid month.

What is the driest month?

November is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Athens?

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

Average temperature
Athens, LA

Average temperature - Athens, LA

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.6°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).

Average pressure
Athens, LA

Average pressure - Athens, LA

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed
Athens, LA

Average wind speed - Athens, LA

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity
Athens, LA

Average humidity - Athens, LA

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall
Athens, LA

Average rainfall - Athens, LA

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.87").

Average rainfall days
Athens, LA

Average rainfall days - Athens, LA

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall
Athens, LA

Average snowfall - Athens, LA

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days
Athens, LA

Average snowfall days - Athens, LA

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Athens, LA

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Athens, LA

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days
Athens, LA

Average sunshine days - Athens, LA

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index
Athens, LA

Average UV index - Athens, LA

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average visibility
Athens, LA

Average visibility - Athens, LA

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (5mi).

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