Weather in Franklin, LA
Updated 2026-09-26 12:30 local time · ZIP codes 70538
Overcast
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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Weather details
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 22%).
It feels like 88°F with winds near 4 mph.
76°F, 18% rain chance and 5 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 19 mph.
Current temperature is 87°F, wind 4 mph, rain chance up to 22%.
UV index is 8. Sunscreen, shade and protective clothing are recommended.
Local weather characteristics in Franklin
Louisiana is warm, humid and rainy, with hot summers, mild winters, frequent thunderstorms and exposure to tropical storms and hurricanes near the Gulf Coast.
Franklin is part of the South weather region. The forecast point is near 29.80°N latitude and 91.50°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Franklin weather today
Overcast and 87°F in Franklin, LA. Today's high is 90°F with a 14% rain chance. Winds are around 4 mph with gusts near 4 mph. Relative humidity is 42%, pressure is 30.02 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Franklin
Sunrise is at 06:56 AM and sunset is at 06:58 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 91°F and a low near 71°F. The maximum rain chance is 7%.