Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| New Iberia, Louisiana Climate Summary Temperature • Average annual temperature: 69.2°F (20.7°C) • Average January temperature: 48.4°F (9.1°C) • Average July temperature: 82.3°F (27.9°C) • Record high temperature: 105°F (40.6°C) • Record low temperature: 10°F (-12.2°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 60.2 inches (152.9 cm) • Average number of rainy days: 110 • Wettest month: July (9.0 inches) • Driest month: October (2.5 inches) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 78% • Most humid month: August (84%) • Least humid month: November (71%) Wind • Average annual wind speed: 8.4 mph (13.5 km/h) • Most windy month: March (9.7 mph) • Least windy month: August (7.3 mph) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 260 days • Sunniest month: July (30 days) • Cloudiest month: December (20 days) Climate Classification • Humid subtropical climate (Cfa) Tornado Risk • New Iberia is located in an area with a moderate risk of tornadoes. The peak tornado season is March through May. Hurricane Risk • New Iberia is located in an area with a moderate risk of hurricanes. The peak hurricane season is June through November. Climate Change • The climate of New Iberia is changing. Average temperatures have increased by about 1°F (0.6°C) since the late 19th century. Precipitation has also increased, by about 10% since the early 20th century. These trends are expected to continue in the future, with average temperatures increasing by another 2-4°F (1.1-2.2°C) by the end of the century. Precipitation is also expected to increase, by about 5-10%. Overall New Iberia has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The city is prone to extreme weather events, such as tornadoes and hurricanes. Climate change is causing the climate of New Iberia to change, with average temperatures and precipitation increasing. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • New Iberia lies within the Atchafalaya Basin, a vast wetland ecosystem teeming with diverse wildlife, including alligators, egrets, and migratory waterfowl. • The city is renowned for its \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Avery Island - Home to the Tabasco Pepper Sauce factory and Jungle Gardens, a 170-acre botanical garden with a variety of plants, flowers, and wildlife. 2.Shadows-on-the-Teche - A historic plantation home built in 1834 and now a museum that offers tours and exhibits on the history of the plantation and the surrounding area. 3.Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge - A 125,000-acre refuge that provides habitat for a variety of wildlife, including alligators, egrets, and herons. The refuge offers a variety of activities, including hiking, kayaking, and fishing. |
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