Best Time to Visit New Orleans
Best time: Oct, Apr, May, Nov.
Jul is warmest (33.4°C high); Jul is rainiest (168 mm).
New Orleans weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17.2 | 6 | 144 | 4.2 |
| Feb | 19.1 | 7.5 | 143 | 5.5 |
| Mar | 22.8 | 11 | 136 | 7.1 |
| Apr | 26.3 | 14.4 | 117 | 8.7 |
| May | 30 | 19 | 125 | 9.6 |
| Jun | 32.5 | 22.1 | 140 | 9.4 |
| Jul | 33.4 | 23.3 | 168 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 33.2 | 23.2 | 157 | 8.9 |
| Sep | 31.4 | 21.5 | 142 | 7.8 |
| Oct | 27.3 | 15.7 | 79 | 6.6 |
| Nov | 22.6 | 11 | 120 | 5.1 |
| Dec | 19 | 7.6 | 135 | 4.1 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: OctAprMayNov
Beaches: OctMayJunJul
Hiking: OctApr
Sightseeing: OctAprMayNov
New Orleans quick facts
What to pack
Hot months (Jul, Aug): light clothes, sunscreen, hat.
Wet months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
Oct, Apr, May, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 168 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 33.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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