# Climate Insights for New Iberia

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/us/new-iberia/9560744330): Weston County, Louisiana, United States*

The climate in New Iberia is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 21°C and approximately 1382mm of precipitation falls per year. New Iberia receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. New Iberia is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to 8°C.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** August (peak 33°C)
- **Coldest month:** January (low 8°C)
- **Wettest month:** August (168 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** February, April, October

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for New Iberia based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 8 | 17 | 12 | 126 | 14 | 1 |
| Feb | 11 | 20 | 15 | 93 | 14 | 0 |
| Mar | 14 | 23 | 19 | 103 | 14 | 0 |
| Apr | 17 | 26 | 21 | 98 | 14 | 0 |
| May | 21 | 29 | 25 | 121 | 12 | 0 |
| Jun | 24 | 32 | 28 | 127 | 10 | 0 |
| Jul | 25 | 32 | 29 | 160 | 9 | 0 |
| Aug | 25 | 33 | 28 | 168 | 9 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 23 | 31 | 27 | 134 | 9 | 0 |
| Oct | 18 | 28 | 22 | 67 | 11 | 0 |
| Nov | 13 | 23 | 17 | 78 | 12 | 0 |
| Dec | 10 | 19 | 14 | 108 | 13 | 1 |

## Temperature

Temperatures in New Iberia vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is August, when average highs reach 33°C and the mean temperature sits around 28°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 8°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 6°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

New Iberia is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1382mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 115mm per month. The wettest month is August, averaging 168mm of rainfall. July and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is October, with just 67mm. That's 102mm less than August, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

## Wind

New Iberia is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 14km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 9km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 5km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to be stronger during winter months, driven by seasonal pressure systems. The seasonal averages break down to 14km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 9km/h in summer, 11km/h in autumn.

## Seasons

Currently it is **summer** (astronomical) / **fall** (meteorological) in New Iberia.
Autumn begins September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | March 20 |
| Summer | June 21 |
| Autumn | September 23 |
| Winter | December 21 |

It is currently summer in New Iberia, which began on June 21, 2026. New Iberia is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 33°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 8°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 14 to 29°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 321mm across the season with a monthly average of 107mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 24 to 33°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 456mm across the season with a monthly average of 152mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 9km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 13 to 31°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 279mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 8 to 20°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 327mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: February, April, October, November.

The best time to visit New Iberia is during February, April, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 84mm per month. By contrast, August can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 33°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 8°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.