Dora, LA
Historical community (former settlement) in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana
Dora is a historical community (former settlement) in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana. It is 1.8 miles NE of Cottonport, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 71327.
Dora at a glance
- State
- Louisiana
- County
- Avoyelles Parish
- ZIP code
- 71327
- Nearest town
- Cottonport (1.8 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 30.9792, -92.0786
Weather in Dora now
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Dora weather by the hour
Dora weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Dora.
This week in Dora
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Dora
What is the weather usually like in Dora?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 93°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 39°F average low
- 61.6 inprecipitation per year · 1,566 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Dora: March–April and October–November, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BUNKIE, LA US (USC00161287), adjusted for the elevation of Dora.
Dora weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Dora through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:05 AM | 5:30 PM | 10 h 24 min |
| February | 6:47 AM | 5:57 PM | 11 h 9 min |
| March | 7:16 AM | 7:17 PM | 12 h 1 min |
| April | 6:38 AM | 7:37 PM | 12 h 58 min |
| May | 6:11 AM | 7:57 PM | 13 h 46 min |
| June | 6:03 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 11 min |
| July | 6:14 AM | 8:14 PM | 14 h 0 min |
| August | 6:33 AM | 7:52 PM | 13 h 18 min |
| September | 6:51 AM | 7:15 PM | 12 h 23 min |
| October | 7:09 AM | 6:38 PM | 11 h 28 min |
| November | 6:34 AM | 5:11 PM | 10 h 37 min |
| December | 6:57 AM | 5:09 PM | 10 h 11 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Dora?
Dora has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is August, with an average high of 93°F (34°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 39°F (4°C).
It gets about 61.6 inches (1,566 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is January and the driest is July.
The best time to visit Dora is March–April and October–November. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Dora
The closest live webcam is Willow Glen: I-49 at US 71, 27.7 miles NW of Dora.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Dora.
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Questions about Dora
Where is Dora, LA?
Dora is a historical community (former settlement) in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana, 1.8 miles NE of Cottonport.
What county is Dora in?
Dora is in Avoyelles Parish, Louisiana.
What is the ZIP code of Dora, LA?
The ZIP code for Dora is 71327.
What is the nearest town to Dora?
Cottonport, 1.8 miles away.
Are there webcams near Dora?
Yes. The closest is Willow Glen: I-49 at US 71, 27.7 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Dora?
August, with an average high of 93°F (34°C).
What is the coldest month in Dora?
January, with an average low of 39°F (4°C).
How much does it rain in Dora?
About 61.6 inches (1,566 mm) a year; the wettest month is January.
Does it snow in Dora?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Dora?
March–April and October–November, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Dora have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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