Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is Louisiana's "Capital City" and the hub of all things Louisiana. With a prime central location, Baton Rouge is the perfect city to explore the eclectic culture of this amazing state. Louisiana's Capital City highlights the unique history, music, culture, and outdoors that both visitors to Louisiana and locals enjoy.
Just a short drive from New Orleans and Lafayette, Baton Rouge is a melting pot of French, Spanish, Creole, and Native American roots. Nicknamed the “Red Stick,” Baton Rouge houses over 300 years of history, much of which can be tasted in the food, seen in the architecture, and learned through the state's history. For those traveling by plane, the city is home to Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, which offers nonstop access to major cities and connecting service throughout the world. Additionally, nearby Louis Armstrong International Airport in New Orleans offers even more travel options on nine major carriers and soon-to-be-resumed international flights.
Once in the city, guests are met with over 10,000 hotel rooms. From full-service hotel chains to historic cottages to budget-friendly inns, properties of all price points line the pedestrian-friendly streets of downtown. For quicker travel, a convenient free downtown trolley service can ferry guests among hotels, top attractions, restaurants, and meeting venues of all kinds.
Weather and Seasonality
Beautiful Baton Rouge has a semi-tropical climate characterized by sultry summers and mild, short-lived winters. A year-round destination, Baton Rouge's annual average temperature is a pleasant 67.5°F. Temperatures in winter average a modest 52°F, while summer temperatures average 81.3°F. Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year with an average annual accumulation of 55 inches.
With warm temperatures throughout the year, anytime is a good time to visit Baton Rouge. However, the absolute best time to go is during the spring and fall. Thanks to cool, breezy nights and warm, sunny days, visitors can take in the majestic blooms and exciting outdoor adventures of this welcoming Southern city.
With warm temperatures throughout the year, anytime is a good time to visit Baton Rouge. However, the absolute best time to go is during the spring and fall. Thanks to cool, breezy nights and warm, sunny days, visitors can take in the majestic blooms and exciting outdoor adventures of this welcoming Southern city.
| Month | High/Low °F | Seasonality |
|---|---|---|
| January | 61°/41° | - |
| February | 65°/44° | - |
| March | 71°/50° | - |
| April | 79°/57° | - |
| May | 85°/64° | - |
| June | 90°/70° | - |
| July | 91°/73° | - |
| August | 91°/72° | - |
| September | 87°/68° | - |
| October | 80°/57° | - |
| November | 70°/48° | - |
| December | 64°/43° | - |
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