Opelousas
A community guide to Opelousas in Louisiana, los Estados Unidos.
- Population
- 15,786 residents
- Region
- Louisiana
- Country
- los Estados Unidos
- Coordinates
- 30.5335, -92.0815
Climate
The climate at Opelousas is milder year-round, with moderate seasonality, reflecting its location at latitude 30.53 within los Estados Unidos. Local microclimate effects depend on elevation, proximity to water, and surrounding terrain — all of which contribute to the day-to-day weather residents of Opelousas experience. Visitors planning a trip to Opelousas should check current forecasts as conditions can vary considerably from the regional norm.
Community and amenities
Opelousas offers the everyday community amenities that one would expect of a populated place in Louisiana: places to gather, public spaces, and services that connect residents to each other and to the wider region. Educational, cultural, and recreational facilities serve the local population and reflect the priorities of Opelousas's residents. Visitors passing through Opelousas encounter a community whose character is built on the patient work of generations of locals.
Overview
Opelousas is a populated place in Louisiana, los Estados Unidos. The community supports 15,786 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Louisiana. Its position within the broader regional network gives Opelousas a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Opelousas sits at approximate coordinates 30.5335 latitude and -92.0815 longitude within Louisiana. The terrain and natural features around Opelousas reflect those typical of its part of los Estados Unidos, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Louisiana road network providing the principal routes in and out.