The best times to visit Monroe for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

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

 

 


Other Monroe Travel Info

Weather in Monroe

Temperature

Average temperatures in Monroe vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice some of the year, but often too hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 22nd 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 Monroe, 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 97.4°F (36.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 74.7°F (23.7°C) at night.

Monroe Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Monroe 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.

Monroe Perceived Temperature (F)

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Monroe Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Monroe 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 58 46.1 36.7
Feb 61.5 49.3 39.6
Mar 71.1 58.5 47.8
Apr 78.6 66.1 55
May 85.8 73.7 63.1
Jun 93 81.3 71.3
Jul 93.9 82.1 72.6
Aug 95.6 82.6 72.3
Sep 90.3 77.1 66.6
Oct 80.3 65.8 53.8
Nov 68.9 55.6 44.9
Dec 61.5 49.8 40.4

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 14.4 7.8 2.6
Feb 16.4 9.6 4.2
Mar 21.7 14.7 8.8
Apr 25.9 18.9 12.8
May 29.9 23.2 17.3
Jun 33.9 27.4 21.8
Jul 34.4 27.8 22.6
Aug 35.3 28.1 22.4
Sep 32.4 25.1 19.2
Oct 26.8 18.8 12.1
Nov 20.5 13.1 7.2
Dec 16.4 9.9 4.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Monroe are September, October, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late June. For example, on the week of June 25th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late December with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of December 24th.

When can you find snow in Monroe? 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 Monroe.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Monroe (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 21% 0 4.7
Feb 22% 0 3.6
Mar 19% 0 3.8
Apr 21% 0 5.6
May 19% 0 4.3
Jun 17% 0 3.5
Jul 19% 0 4
Aug 18% 0 3.9
Sep 14% 0 4.8
Oct 16% 0 5.4
Nov 20% 0 4.8
Dec 24% 0 5.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 21 0 11.9
Feb 22 0 9.1
Mar 19 0 9.7
Apr 21 0 14.2
May 19 0 10.9
Jun 17 0 8.9
Jul 19 0 10.2
Aug 18 0 9.9
Sep 14 0 12.2
Oct 16 0 13.7
Nov 20 0 12.2
Dec 24 0 13

 

Humidity and Wind

Monroe has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (57.6% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (66.4%).

Wind in Monroe is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by April and March. February’s average wind speed of around 6.4 knots (7.4 MPH or 11.9 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 15.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 5.8 Light breeze 12.3 Significant breeze
Feb 6.4 Light breeze 13 Significant breeze
Mar 6.1 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Apr 6.3 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
May 5 Light breeze 11.7 Significant breeze
Jun 4.3 Light breeze 11.3 Significant breeze
Jul 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.5 Significant breeze
Aug 3.8 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Sep 4 Light breeze 10 Significant breeze
Oct 4.2 Light breeze 10.7 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.7 Light breeze 10.8 Significant breeze
Dec 5.5 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58%
Feb 58.1%
Mar 57.6%
Apr 58.4%
May 62.5%
Jun 62.6%
Jul 64.2%
Aug 61%
Sep 61.2%
Oct 60.4%
Nov 62.3%
Dec 66.4%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Monroe?

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 Monroe, LA, US is July, followed by February and May. 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 Monroe 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 extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 27.6 in November means 27.6% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Monroe Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.9°F (32.2°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with roughly 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 moderate precipitation with 5 to 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Monroe, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.4°F (33.6°C) and 63.8°F (17.7°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 6 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 Monroe to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 66.4°F (19.1°C) and 56.7°F (13.7°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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