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Houma
is located in southeast Louisiana, near the Gulf of Mexico. It is the parish seat of Terrebonne Parish and has a population of approximately 32,000. There are several unincorporated areas adjacent to Houma, with the largest being Bayou Cane, which is commonly referred to by locals as Houma. However, it is not included in the census count and is a separate census-designated place. Houma is in a region of Louisiana that is steeped in Cajun tradition and culture. The area is famous for its Creole and Cajun food, swamps, fishing, music and hospitality. Houma is also known for its Mardi Gras, although not as well known as nearby New Orleans. Houma is a growing community, but many residents still earn their living as their ancestors did as shrimpers, crabbers and fishermen. Houma is surrounded by lush bayous, wetlands and swamp formed by the Gulf of Mexico and the Mississippi River Delta. Recreational activities in the area range from fishing and boating and crabbing to hiking, camping, golf and biking. Houma is also home to the Bayou Terrebonne Waterlife Museum. The museum offers exhibits, a peaceful bayou-side park, charming porch overlooking the bayou and is a perfect place for weddings, receptions, meetings and other celebrations.
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Houma Vacation Rentals
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Houma Hotels and Resorts
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| Comfort Inns & Suites | 57 Industrial Blvd | Houma, LA | | (985) 223-8952 | | Days Inn Houma | 125 Dixie Ave | Houma, LA | | (985) 223-4788 | | Days Inn | 125 Dixie Ave | Houma, LA | | (985) 223-4788 | | Fairfield Inn Houma | 1530 Martin Luther King Blvd | Houma, LA | | (985) 580-1050 | | Hampton Inn | 1728 Martin Luther King Blvd | Houma, LA | | (985) 873-3140 | | Holiday Inn Houma | 1800 Martin Luther King | Houma, LA | | (985) 879-7575 | | La Quinta Inns & Suites Houma | 189 Synergy Center Blvd | Houma, LA | | (985) 879-1646 | | Plantation Inn Houma | 1381 West Tunl BLV | Houma, LA | | (985) 868-0500 | | Quality Hotel Houma | 210 S Hollywood Rd | Houma, LA | | (985) 868-5851 | | Ramada Inn | 1400 W Tunnel Blvd | Houma, LA | | (985) 879-4871 | | Red Carpet Inn | 2115 Byu Black Dr | Houma, LA | | (985) 876-4160 | | Best Western Houma Inn | 117 Linda Ann Ave | Gray, LA | 8.5 mi. | (985) 580-4300 | | Howard Johnson | 201 Canal Blvd | Thibodaux, LA | 16.6 mi. | (985) 447-9071 | | Ramada Inn | 400 E First St | Thibodaux, LA | 16.6 mi. | (985) 446-0561 | | Howard Johnsons Lodge | 201 N Canal Blvd | Thibodaux, LA | 16.8 mi. | (985) 447-9071 | | Days Inn Cut Off | 18434 Hwy 3235 | Galliano, LA | 26.3 mi. | (985) 475-7107 | | Holiday Inn | 520 Roderick St | Morgan City, LA | 29.4 mi. | (985) 385-2200 |
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Houma Weather & Climate
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Southeast Louisiana, near the Gulf Coast, has a warm year round climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Semi-tropical conditions prevail in most areas of the state, but especially in southeast Louisiana, which is greatly influenced by the Gulf of Mexico. This region experiences over 180 days of sunshine annually and abundant rainfall. The normal daily temperatures range from 52 degrees F. in January to 82 degrees F. in July. Snow and ice are rarities in Louisiana. During the summer and fall, tropical storms and hurricanes frequently batter the state, especially along the coast, and can cause severe flooding.
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High Temp |
Low Temp |
Rainfall |
Ocean Temp |
| January |
62°F |
43°F |
5.43 in. |
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| February |
65°F |
46°F |
4.59 in. |
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| March |
71°F |
53°F |
4.96 in. |
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| April |
77°F |
59°F |
4.46 in. |
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| May |
84°F |
67°F |
5.35 in. |
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| June |
88°F |
72°F |
5.96 in. |
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| July |
90°F |
74°F |
7.85 in. |
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| August |
90°F |
74°F |
6.73 in. |
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| September |
87°F |
70°F |
6.28 in. |
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| October |
79°F |
59°F |
3.11 in. |
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| November |
72°F |
52°F |
4.55 in. |
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| December |
65°F |
45°F |
4.40 in. |
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Houma Map & Transportation
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The closest airports in the area are the Houma Terrebonne airport (HUM) located about 2 miles southeast of Houma, the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International airport (MSY) located approximately 39 miles northeast of Houma in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Lakefront airport (NEW) located roughly 51 miles northeast of Houma in New Orleans, Louisiana, the Hammond Municipal airport (HDC) located around 67 miles northeast of Houma in Hammond, Louisiana, and finally Baton Rouge Metro Ryan Field (BTR) located about 71 miles northwest of Houma in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
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Houma Attractions
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| | | Amusement and Theme Parks |
| Celebration Station | Metairie | LA | 41.3 mi. | | | City Park Carousel Gardens | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | | | Six Flags New Orleans | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | | | Celebration Station | Baton Rouge | LA | 66.0 mi. | | | Dixie Landin' | Baton Rouge | LA | 66.0 mi. | |
| | | Water Parks |
| Waterland U.S.A. | Houma | LA | | | | Blue Bayou Water Park | Baton Rouge | LA | 66.0 mi. | |
| | | Golf Courses |
| Colonial Acres Golf Course | Houma | LA | | | | Southern Oaks Golf Club | Houma | LA | | | | Crooked Hollow Golf Club | Greenwood | LA | 11.9 mi. | | | Sugarland Country Club | Raceland | LA | 12.1 mi. | | | Tidelands Golf & Country Club | Galliano | LA | 26.8 mi. | |
| | | State Parks |
| Bayou Segnette State Park | | LA | 38.9 mi. | |
| | | Museums |
| Louisiana State Museum | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | (History) | | Musee Conti Wax Museum | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | (History) | | Louisiana Children's Museum | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | (Children's) | | DDay Museum | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | (History) |
| | | Zoos and Aquariums |
| Aquarium of the Americas | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | | | Audubon Park and Zoological Garden | New Orleans | LA | 46.0 mi. | | | Greater Baton Rouge Zoo | Baton Rouge | LA | 66.0 mi. | |
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