Weather in New Orleans

Best time to visit

The subtropical weather in New Orleans means it is generally hot and humid from June to September with summer bringing intense afternoon thunderstorms, although winter can be chilly and damp. The most popular time to visit is between February and May, when the city comes alive with the Mardi Gras festival and other special events. Spring temperatures range between 18°C (65°F) to 28°C (84°F). October-January is also a good time to visit, with warm temperatures and less crowds.

Night

Weather (night) Temp (min night) Rain (mm) Wind (mph) Humidity Pressure Visibility
Sun
Occ Light Rain
Patchy rain possible
2
5
°C
0.1mm
8
ssw
87%
1,013mb
Moderate
Mon
Partly Cloudy Night
Partly cloudy skies
2
5
°C
0.1mm
7
wsw
90%
1,015mb
Good
Tue
Clear
Clear skies
2
5
°C
0.1mm
9
nne
79%
1,015mb
Good
Wed
Clear
Clear skies
2
5
°C
1mm
12
ne
67%
1,015mb
Good
Thu
Clear
Clear skies
2
6
°C
4.1mm
5
e
73%
1,016mb
Good
Fri
Clear
Clear skies
2
6
°C
4.6mm
10
e
77%
1,015mb
Good
Sat
Mod Rain Swrs Night
Moderate or heavy rain shower
2
6
°C
5.2mm
11
ese
84%
1,015mb
Moderate
Sun
Mod Rain Swrs Day
Moderate or heavy rain shower
2
7
°C
0mm
2
s
80%
1,015mb
Moderate
Mon
Heavy Rain Swrs Day
Torrential rain shower
2
8
°C
0mm
6
ssw
79%
1,015mb
Poor
Last updated at 04:06, Tuesday 27 August
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  • 0 to 30 is very low
  • 31 to 50 is low
  • 51 to 70 is moderate to low
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  • 91 to 100 is high
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