New Orleans weather
11-year climate averages (2015–2025), month by month
New Orleans in october
Current month averages, based on 11 complete years of records (2015–2025). Read the full guide →
New Orleans sits at 29°57′N 90°04′W in United States, in North America. Its climate profile is shaped by these coordinates — and the 11 complete years of records below (2015–2025) reveal exactly how each season feels on the ground.
Below, you'll find monthly averages for temperature, rainfall and sunshine, drawn from the Open-Meteo Archive. Every month links to a full guide with what to pack, where to stay, and when to arrive.
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New Orleans weather — FAQ
Q01What is the ideal season to travel to New Orleans?
What is the ideal season to travel to New Orleans?
The best months to visit New Orleans are November. Late March French Quarter Fest is free and better than Jazz Fest with 20 stages; jasmine blooms wrap Garden District ironwork before summer humidity settles.
Q02When does New Orleans reach its peak summer heat?
When does New Orleans reach its peak summer heat?
August runs the highest averages in New Orleans, with typical daytime highs of 32°C (89°F). August 34C with 95% humidity feels like 42C; locals move to Frenchmen Street after dark, snoball at Hansen's, and dive into pool at Country Club.
Q03When is winter at its deepest in New Orleans?
When is winter at its deepest in New Orleans?
January brings the lowest averages, with daytime highs near 17°C (62°F). January drops to 5C nights; heaters on Bourbon are absurd, oyster season peaks at Casamento's, and Mardi Gras krewes start rolling mid-month.
Q04What is the wettest time of year in New Orleans?
What is the wettest time of year in New Orleans?
August typically records the highest monthly rainfall — around 207mm on average. Afternoon summer storms flood streets in 20 minutes; Bourbon and Canal drain by design but Mid-City and Broadmoor sit for hours after downpours.
Q05What kind of climate does New Orleans have?
What kind of climate does New Orleans have?
New Orleans, United States has warm summers, mild winters, a distinct rainy season. The Quarter is theater; locals live in Bywater, Marigny, or Uptown along the streetcar line. Cafe Du Monde is 24 hours but Cafe Beignet on Royal is less lines. Second lines happen Sundays from October through May and following one is the actual best free thing to do. Pronounce it N'awlins to lock in as tourist forever; locals just say New Orleans normally. Neutral ground means median strip and lagniappe means a little extra thrown in. You can read the detailed month-by-month breakdown on this page.