St. Tammany Parish Information Guide January 2020 Susan H Kagan | Page 3

ST. TAMMANY PARISH IS A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY!
WEATHER
St. Tammany enjoys a temperate, sub-tropical climate with an average annual
temperature of 68 degrees; standard daytime temperature in the summer reaches
90 and in the winter, 66. An average 60 inches of rainfall per year sustains the
healthy lush, green foliage found here. Afternoon showers break up the days and
provide much-needed respite from the summertime heat.
With St. Tammany located close to the Gulf of Mexico, severe weather can
threaten during the June-to-November hurricane season. Generally, St.
Tammany enjoys a climate perfect for year-round outdoor activities and events.
POPULATION
Approx 260,200
(Source: U.S. Census, St. Tammany
Economic Development Foundation)
TRANSPORTATION
Airport:
The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in Kenner is approximately a 33-
mile drive from the Causeway Bridge in Mandeville.
Roadways:
Interstates 10, 12 and 59 run through St. Tammany Parish as do U.S. highways 11, 90 and
190. The Causeway Bridge connects directly to the New Orleans Metro Area.
Real Living Southern Home Professionals
5001 Hwy 190 B-6
Covington, LA 70433
985-888-6900
www.RLSHP.com