The best times to visit Lafayette for ideal weather are

February 19th to April 29th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Lafayette Travel Info

Weather in Lafayette

Temperature

Average temperatures in Lafayette vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a chance of precipitation throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 26th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Lafayette, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 94.3°F (34.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 77°F (25°C) at night.

Lafayette Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Lafayette Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Lafayette Perceived Temperature (F)

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Lafayette Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Lafayette Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 62.3 51.7 43
Feb 65.8 54.9 46
Mar 73.8 62.5 53
Apr 80.1 69.2 59.8
May 86.1 75.7 66.6
Jun 91.8 81.5 73.6
Jul 91.6 82 74.8
Aug 92.7 82.5 75
Sep 88.8 78.1 70.4
Oct 82.2 69.3 58.9
Nov 72.6 59.9 49.8
Dec 66.5 55.1 46.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.8 10.9 6.1
Feb 18.8 12.7 7.8
Mar 23.2 16.9 11.7
Apr 26.7 20.7 15.4
May 30.1 24.3 19.2
Jun 33.2 27.5 23.1
Jul 33.1 27.8 23.8
Aug 33.7 28.1 23.9
Sep 31.6 25.6 21.3
Oct 27.9 20.7 14.9
Nov 22.6 15.5 9.9
Dec 19.2 12.8 7.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Lafayette are October, March, and then November. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid October. For example, on the week of October 15th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 16th.

When can you find snow in Lafayette? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Lafayette.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Lafayette (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 23% 0 5.5
Feb 23% 0 4
Mar 16% 0 3.6
Apr 19% 0 4.4
May 20% 0 5.6
Jun 22% 0 5.5
Jul 31% 0 5.6
Aug 27% 0 5.2
Sep 24% 0 5.6
Oct 14% 0 3.5
Nov 18% 0 4.1
Dec 24% 0 4.8

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 23 0 14
Feb 23 0 10.2
Mar 16 0 9.1
Apr 19 0 11.2
May 20 0 14.2
Jun 22 0 14
Jul 31 0 14.2
Aug 27 0 13.2
Sep 24 0 14.2
Oct 14 0 8.9
Nov 18 0 10.4
Dec 24 0 12.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Lafayette has some humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is March (60.5% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (69.7%).

Wind in Lafayette is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by January and April. February’s average wind speed of around 6.6 knots (7.6 MPH or 12.2 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early April where average top sustained speeds reach 14.4 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Lafayette.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.2 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Feb 6.6 Light breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
Mar 6 Light breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
May 5 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Jun 4.1 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jul 3.6 Barely noticeable 11 Significant breeze
Aug 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 3.6 Barely noticeable 9.8 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 10.3 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.9 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Dec 5.8 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 60.8%
Feb 62.4%
Mar 60.5%
Apr 62.2%
May 63.7%
Jun 66%
Jul 68.9%
Aug 68.4%
Sep 69.7%
Oct 63.2%
Nov 63.7%
Dec 67.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Lafayette?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Lafayette, LA, US is June, followed by July and March. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Lafayette in November. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 45.7 in November means 45.7% of the tourists vs. June.

 

 

Overall Lafayette Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.1°F (31.7°C) and 68.8°F (20.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 6 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with 7 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Lafayette, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 68.7°F (20.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 7 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Lafayette to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 69.3°F (20.7°C) and 60.8°F (16°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 6 to 7 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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