Houma, United States experiences average highs of 26°C (79°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) throughout the year. Rainfall is frequent, averaging about 13 rainy days per month. Sunshine is abundant, averaging about 10 hours per day. High humidity combined with warm temperatures produces a tropical feel year-round. Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records.
Houma, United States Weather & Climate 2026
Monthly climate averages for Houma, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.
Climate Overview
Drier season: Jan–Dec 
Wetter season: Mar–Sep At-a-Glance Climate Summary
Live Weather & Air Quality
Key figures
Climate Score
6.2/10
Best: February, March, April, October, November
UV Index
6
High
Temperature 26°C / 18°C
Feels Like 28°C / 19°C
Rainy Days 13
Rainfall 125 mm
Sunshine 10 h
Humidity 79%
Wind Speed 18 km/h
Dew Point 18°C
Frost Days 2 days
Hottest Month
31°C
July
Avg Low25°C
Rain23days
Coldest Month
9°C
January
Avg High17°C
Rain9days
Driest Month
7days
November
Avg High22°C
Avg Low14°C
Windiest Month
22 km/h
March (Gusts 41)
Worst Time to Visit
Consider avoiding June, July, August due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity.
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:04
Daylight 14h
Sunset 20:06
Live conditions—
Houma on the map · live conditions
Houma, United States
- Continent
- Americas
- Country
- United States
- City
- Houma
- Population
- 34.3K
- Elevation
- 3 m
- Coordinates
- 29.60°, -90.72°
Seasonal Breakdown
Spring
Mar–May
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 18°C
Rain 11 days/mo
2/3 best months
Summer
Jun–Aug
Avg High 31°C
Avg Low 25°C
Rain 22 days/mo
Autumn
Sep–Nov
Avg High 26°C
Avg Low 19°C
Rain 10 days/mo
2/3 best months
Winter
Dec–Feb
Avg High 19°C
Avg Low 11°C
Rain 10 days/mo
1/3 best months
Climate Charts
Based on historical averages (2016–2025)
Monthly Temperatures
HighLowShaded bands show the typical range across the available yearly records.
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 17°C / 9°C . Feb: 21°C / 12°C . Mar: 23°C / 15°C . Apr: 25°C / 17°C . May: 29°C / 21°C . Jun: 31°C / 24°C . Jul: 31°C / 25°C . Aug: 31°C / 25°C . Sep: 30°C / 23°C . Oct: 27°C / 19°C . Nov: 22°C / 14°C . Dec: 20°C / 12°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 106 mm. Feb: 89 mm. Mar: 98 mm. Apr: 90 mm. May: 123 mm. Jun: 159 mm. Jul: 212 mm. Aug: 213 mm. Sep: 166 mm. Oct: 88 mm. Nov: 73 mm. Dec: 86 mm.
Monthly Humidity
Humidity
Line chart showing monthly humidity. Jan: 76%. Feb: 79%. Mar: 77%. Apr: 75%. May: 77%. Jun: 80%. Jul: 84%. Aug: 84%. Sep: 81%. Oct: 77%. Nov: 76%. Dec: 79%.
Monthly Wind Speed
Wind SpeedGusts
Bar chart showing monthly wind speed. Jan: 20 km/h . Feb: 21 km/h . Mar: 22 km/h . Apr: 22 km/h . May: 18 km/h . Jun: 16 km/h . Jul: 14 km/h . Aug: 14 km/h . Sep: 14 km/h . Oct: 17 km/h . Nov: 18 km/h . Dec: 19 km/h .
Sunshine
Sunshine
Sunshine: Jan: 8h. Feb: 8h. Mar: 10h. Apr: 11h. May: 11h. Jun: 11h. Jul: 11h. Aug: 10h. Sep: 10h. Oct: 10h. Nov: 8h. Dec: 7h.
UV Index
UV Index
Bar chart showing monthly UV index. Jan: UV 4. Feb: UV 5. Mar: UV 7. Apr: UV 8. May: UV 8. Jun: UV 8. Jul: UV 8. Aug: UV 8. Sep: UV 7. Oct: UV 6. Nov: UV 4. Dec: UV 4.
Monthly Daylight Hours
Daylight12h reference
Monthly Dew Point & Comfort
Dew Point Dry Comfortable Humid Muggy
Climate Trends
Average highs have stayed broadly stable across the available records. Average rainfall is trending drier by about 42 mm.
2016 to 2025
Avg high Avg rainfall
Climate summary
| Last 12 months | All years | |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month | Jul 2025 · 32°C | Jul · 31°C |
| Coldest month | Jan 2025 · 6°C | Jan · 9°C |
| Wettest month | Aug 2025 · 195 mm | Aug · 213 mm |
| Windiest month | Mar 2025 · 23 km/h | Mar · 22 km/h |
Month-by-Month Weather Table
January
Good 
February best
Excellent March best
Excellent April best
Excellent May
Good June
Wet July
Wet August
Wet September
Poor October best
Excellent November best
Excellent December
Good | Month | Temp | Feels Like | Rain | Sun | Humidity | UV | Status | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C / 9°C | 16°C / 6°C | 9days (106 mm) Wet | 7.6h Good | 76% Humid | 3.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
| February best | 21°C / 12°C | 20°C / 11°C | 10days (89 mm) Wet | 8.3h Good | 79% Humid | 5 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| March best | 23°C / 15°C | 24°C / 14°C | 11days (98 mm) Wet | 9.5h Good | 77% Humid | 6.6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| April best | 25°C / 17°C | 27°C / 17°C | 9days (90 mm) Wet | 10.6h Excellent | 75% Muggy | 7.7 Very High | Excellent | View Details |
| May | 29°C / 21°C | 32°C / 24°C | 13days (123 mm) Wet | 11.2h Excellent | 77% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Good | View Details |
| June | 31°C / 24°C | 36°C / 29°C | 18days (159 mm) Wet | 11.4h Excellent | 80% Humid | 8.4 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| July | 31°C / 25°C | 38°C / 30°C | 23days (212 mm) Wet | 10.8h Excellent | 84% Humid | 8 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| August | 31°C / 25°C | 38°C / 30°C | 24days (213 mm) Wet | 10.3h Excellent | 84% Humid | 7.9 Very High | Wet | View Details |
| September | 30°C / 23°C | 35°C / 27°C | 15days (166 mm) Wet | 10.2h Excellent | 81% Humid | 7 High | Poor | View Details |
| October best | 27°C / 19°C | 29°C / 20°C | 9days (88 mm) Wet | 9.6h Good | 77% Humid | 6 High | Excellent | View Details |
| November best | 22°C / 14°C | 22°C / 13°C | 7days (73 mm) Good | 8.2h Good | 76% Humid | 4.4 Moderate | Excellent | View Details |
| December | 20°C / 12°C | 19°C / 10°C | 10days (86 mm) Wet | 7.4h Good | 79% Humid | 3.9 Moderate | Good | View Details |
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Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Houma are February, March, April, October, November, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is at its lowest. This is based on 10-year climate averages for Houma, scoring temperature, rainfall, humidity, and sunshine hours.
The hottest month in Houma is July, with average daytime highs of 31°C (88°F). Plan outdoor activities for early morning or late afternoon if visiting during this period.
The coldest month in Houma is January, with average overnight lows of 9°C (48°F). Pack warm layers and expect shorter daylight hours during this period.
The wettest month in Houma is August, averaging 213mm of precipitation across 24 rainy days. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is essential.
The rainy season in Houma runs through August, July, June, September, with the heaviest rainfall in August. Based on 10-year averages for Houma.
Houma receives approximately 115 sunshine hours per year. The sunniest month is June with around 11 hours. Based on climate data for Houma.
The least favorable months to visit Houma are June, July, August, primarily due to extreme heat, heavy rainfall, oppressive humidity. For the best conditions, consider February, March, April, October, November instead.
The annual average UV index in Houma is 6, classified as high. Standard sun protection (sunscreen, hat) is recommended during prolonged outdoor exposure.
Average humidity in Houma is 79%, classified as humid. Humidity levels are generally comfortable and should not affect outdoor activities for most people.
Houma rarely sees significant snowfall but does experience frost, averaging 2 frost days during the colder months.
Average wind speeds in Houma are 18 km/h (11 mph). The windiest month is March with peak winds reaching 22 km/h (13 mph) (gusts up to 41 km/h / 26 mph).
Houma averages 5 clear-sky days per month with overall cloud cover around 55%. The clearest skies occur in October.
The annual average dew point in Houma is 18°C (64°F), which feels noticeably humid. Summer months may feel slightly sticky, but conditions remain manageable for most people.
Houma has a Humid Subtropical climate, classified as Cfa under the Köppen system. Temperate climates have mild winters and warm summers, with rainfall spread across the year and four distinct seasons.
The 'feels like' temperature in Houma ranges from 19°C (66°F) to 28°C (82°F) on average. The 'feels like' temperature closely matches the actual temperature throughout most of the year.
June is not the best time to visit Houma, with a climate score of 3/10. Consider visiting during February, March, April, October, November instead for better conditions.
For June in Houma, pack Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). With average highs of 31°C (88°F) and 18 rainy days, these essentials will keep you comfortable.
Data Source
Climate data derived from ERA5 reanalysis (ECMWF), averaged over 2016–2025. Sea surface temperature from marine reanalysis data. Climate scores and seasonal estimates are computed by WorldStats.
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