Hobson, LA
Historical community (former settlement) in Rapides Parish, Louisiana
Hobson is a historical community (former settlement) in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. It is 4.7 miles W of Forest Hill, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 71430.
Hobson at a glance
- State
- Louisiana
- County
- Rapides Parish
- ZIP code
- 71430
- Nearest town
- Forest Hill (4.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 31.0303, -92.4486
Weather in Hobson now
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Hobson weather by the hour
Hobson weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Hobson.
This week in Hobson
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Hobson
What is the weather usually like in Hobson?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Augustwarmest month · 93°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 39°F average low
- 60.1 inprecipitation per year · 1,525 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Hobson: March to May and October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station LSU DEAN LEE RSCH STN, LA US (USC00165630), adjusted for the elevation of Hobson.
Hobson weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Hobson through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:07 AM | 5:31 PM | 10 h 24 min |
| February | 6:49 AM | 5:58 PM | 11 h 9 min |
| March | 7:18 AM | 7:19 PM | 12 h 1 min |
| April | 6:40 AM | 7:39 PM | 12 h 59 min |
| May | 6:12 AM | 7:59 PM | 13 h 46 min |
| June | 6:04 AM | 8:16 PM | 14 h 11 min |
| July | 6:15 AM | 8:16 PM | 14 h 0 min |
| August | 6:34 AM | 7:53 PM | 13 h 19 min |
| September | 6:53 AM | 7:16 PM | 12 h 23 min |
| October | 7:11 AM | 6:39 PM | 11 h 28 min |
| November | 6:35 AM | 5:13 PM | 10 h 37 min |
| December | 6:59 AM | 5:10 PM | 10 h 11 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Hobson?
Hobson 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 60.1 inches (1,525 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is June and the driest is August.
The best time to visit Hobson is March to May and October. 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 Hobson
The closest live webcam is Willow Glen: I-49 at US 71, 14.8 miles N of Hobson.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Hobson.
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Questions about Hobson
Where is Hobson, LA?
Hobson is a historical community (former settlement) in Rapides Parish, Louisiana, 4.7 miles W of Forest Hill.
What county is Hobson in?
Hobson is in Rapides Parish, Louisiana.
What is the ZIP code of Hobson, LA?
The ZIP code for Hobson is 71430.
What is the nearest town to Hobson?
Forest Hill, 4.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Hobson?
Yes. The closest is Willow Glen: I-49 at US 71, 14.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Hobson?
August, with an average high of 93°F (34°C).
What is the coldest month in Hobson?
January, with an average low of 39°F (4°C).
How much does it rain in Hobson?
About 60.1 inches (1,525 mm) a year; the wettest month is June.
Does it snow in Hobson?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Hobson?
March to May and October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Hobson have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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