Baton Rouge Zoo

Park City zoo featuring regional and exotic species

City zoo on the northwest edge of Baton Rouge with regional and exotic species, education programs and family exhibits; visitors see animal enclosures and conservation displays.

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Baton Rouge Zoo
3601 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70807, United States
30.5644, -91.1612
Typically daily 9am-4pm (hours may vary seasonally)
Adults $12-$15 (approx.; check zoo website for up-to-date pricing)

How to Get to Baton Rouge Zoo #

The zoo is located off Thomas Road in Baton Rouge. From downtown, take I-110 north to exit for Bluebonnet Boulevard/Thomas Road and follow local signage. Parking is available on-site; regional transit options may serve nearby arteries.

Tips for Visiting Baton Rouge Zoo #

  • Arrive early in the morning when animals are most active, especially primates and big cats.
  • Check the zoo's schedule for keeper talks and feeding demonstrations - these are often the highlight for families.
  • Buy tickets online to avoid queues on weekends and holidays.

Best Time to Visit Baton Rouge Zoo #

Visit in cooler months for comfortable viewing; summer can be hot and humid.

Winter
December-February · 5-18°C
Cooler weather makes animal viewing comfortable.
Spring
March-May · 15-25°C
Mild temperatures and increased activity among many species.

Weather & Climate near Baton Rouge Zoo #

Climate

Baton Rouge Zoo's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 33°C. Abundant rainfall (1596 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
33°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 16°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (150 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cold
10°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

150 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (132 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

132 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (134 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
10° 22°

Weather

134 mm
Rainfall
3.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
13° 26°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
3.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Significant rainfall (135 mm).

Comfort

24°
Feels Like Mild
24°C
Temperature
18° 29°

Weather

135 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

June

June is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (127 mm).

Comfort

27°
Feels Like Warm
27°C
Temperature
21° 32°

Weather

127 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 22°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (153 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°

Weather

153 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm

August

August is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 22°C. Significant rainfall (147 mm).

Comfort

28°
Feels Like Warm
28°C
Temperature
22° 33°

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm

September

September is warm with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm).

Comfort

25°
Feels Like Warm
25°C
Temperature
20° 31°

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
2.1 m/s
Wind
Calm

October

October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (98 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
13° 27°

Weather

98 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm

November

November is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
21°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
2.6 m/s
Wind
Calm

December

December is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Significant rainfall (141 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
18°

Weather

141 mm
Rainfall
2.9 m/s
Wind
Calm

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