Nicholls, LA
Historical community (former settlement) in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana
Nicholls is a historical community (former settlement) in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana. It is 1.7 miles NW of Empire, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 70050.
Nicholls at a glance
- State
- Louisiana
- County
- Plaquemines Parish
- ZIP code
- 70050
- Nearest town
- Empire (1.7 mi)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Coordinates
- 29.4236, -89.5997
Weather in Nicholls now
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Nicholls weather by the hour
Nicholls weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Nicholls.
This week in Nicholls
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Nicholls
What is the weather usually like in Nicholls?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 90°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 47°F average low
- 62.8 inprecipitation per year · 1,596 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Nicholls: April–May and October–November, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BURAS, LA US (USC00161292), adjusted for the elevation of Nicholls.
Nicholls weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Nicholls through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6:52 AM | 5:23 PM | 10 h 30 min |
| February | 6:35 AM | 5:48 PM | 11 h 13 min |
| March | 7:06 AM | 7:07 PM | 12 h 1 min |
| April | 6:30 AM | 7:26 PM | 12 h 55 min |
| May | 6:04 AM | 7:44 PM | 13 h 40 min |
| June | 5:57 AM | 8:00 PM | 14 h 3 min |
| July | 6:07 AM | 8:01 PM | 13 h 53 min |
| August | 6:25 AM | 7:40 PM | 13 h 14 min |
| September | 6:42 AM | 7:04 PM | 12 h 22 min |
| October | 6:58 AM | 6:29 PM | 11 h 30 min |
| November | 6:21 AM | 5:04 PM | 10 h 43 min |
| December | 6:44 AM | 5:03 PM | 10 h 18 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/Chicago).
What is the weather like in Nicholls?
Nicholls has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 90°F (32°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 47°F (8°C).
It gets about 62.8 inches (1,596 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is July and the driest is November.
The best time to visit Nicholls is April–May 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 Nicholls
The closest live webcam is Leeville: LA 1 - Toll Plaza, 38.8 miles W of Nicholls.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Nicholls.
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Questions about Nicholls
Where is Nicholls, LA?
Nicholls is a historical community (former settlement) in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, 1.7 miles NW of Empire.
What county is Nicholls in?
Nicholls is in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana.
What is the ZIP code of Nicholls, LA?
The ZIP code for Nicholls is 70050.
What is the nearest town to Nicholls?
Empire, 1.7 miles away.
Are there webcams near Nicholls?
Yes. The closest is Leeville: LA 1 - Toll Plaza, 38.8 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Nicholls?
July, with an average high of 90°F (32°C).
What is the coldest month in Nicholls?
January, with an average low of 47°F (8°C).
How much does it rain in Nicholls?
About 62.8 inches (1,596 mm) a year; the wettest month is July.
Does it snow in Nicholls?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Nicholls?
April–May and October–November, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Nicholls have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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