Metairie, LA Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Metairie, LA gets 64.6 in of precipitation a year over about 112 rainy days. July is the warmest month (average high 93°F) and January the coldest (average low 46°F).

Metairie climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Metairie, LA has hot summers and mild winters. Daytime highs range from about 63°F in January to 93°F in July. July is usually the wettest month. The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.

How much rain does Metairie get?

Metairie gets 64.6 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 112 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 71% of the US.

July is the wettest month, with 8.8 in. October is the driest, with 3.6 in. July has the most rainy days, about 15.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 33 days, to October 11, 2023.

See where Metairie ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Louisiana.

Metairie weather by month

Metairie weather in January

In January, Metairie averages a high of 63°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The January record high is 83°F (2026) and the record low is 16°F (1982). January is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Metairie weather in February

In February, Metairie averages a high of 67°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 40% of daylight hours. The February record high is 86°F (2018) and the record low is 20°F (1996). February is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Metairie weather in March

In March, Metairie averages a high of 74°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The March record high is 89°F (2015) and the record low is 28°F (1980). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Metairie weather in April

In April, Metairie averages a high of 80°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The April record high is 93°F (1987) and the record low is 37°F (1987). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Metairie weather in May

In May, Metairie averages a high of 87°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 5.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The May record high is 97°F (2018) and the record low is 46°F (2013).

Metairie weather in June

In June, Metairie averages a high of 92°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 7.4 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 44% of daylight hours. The June record high is 104°F (2009) and the record low is 54°F (1984).

Metairie weather in July

In July, Metairie averages a high of 93°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 8.8 in of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. The sun is out about 35% of daylight hours. The July record high is 101°F (2009) and the record low is 67°F (1990).

Metairie weather in August

In August, Metairie averages a high of 93°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 6.8 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. The sun is out about 45% of daylight hours. The August record high is 104°F (2023) and the record low is 64°F (1976).

Metairie weather in September

In September, Metairie averages a high of 89°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 5.7 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 52% of daylight hours. The September record high is 101°F (2000) and the record low is 52°F (1981).

Metairie weather in October

In October, Metairie averages a high of 82°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 61% of daylight hours. The October record high is 97°F (1998) and the record low is 37°F (1993).

Metairie weather in November

In November, Metairie averages a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 89°F (2016) and the record low is 29°F (1970). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Metairie weather in December

In December, Metairie averages a high of 65°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The December record high is 84°F (1991) and the record low is 12°F (1989). December is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Metairie

October is the sunniest month in Metairie, with sunshine about 61% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest, at 35%. Over the year the sun shines about 46% of daylight hours. Metairie is cloudier than 51% of the US.

Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 71%.

Metairie has about 90 days a year above 90°F. Metairie is hotter than 89% of the US.

See where Metairie ranks: sunniest cities in the US, cloudiest cities in the US, hottest cities in the US.

First and last freeze in Metairie

The first fall freeze in Metairie typically comes around December 18, and the last spring freeze around February 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 318 days.

Metairie weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Metairie station is 104°F, on June 24, 2009. The coldest is 12°F, on December 23, 1989.

The wettest day on record brought 10.9 in of rain, on May 8, 1995.

34 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Metairie

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.

Winter (December–February) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 48°F.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 80°F and lows near 62°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 93°F and lows near 76°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 81°F and lows near 64°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysHumiditySunshineSea tempRecord highRecord low
January5.0 in1074%46%56°83°16°
February4.1 in975%40%57°86°20°
March4.6 in774%41%65°89°28°
April5.0 in771%45%71°93°37°
May5.4 in775%44%79°97°46°
June7.4 in1377%44%84°104°54°
July8.8 in1580%35%87°101°67°
August6.8 in1376%45%87°104°64°
September5.7 in1075%52%83°101°52°
October3.6 in772%61%75°97°37°
November3.8 in775%51%68°89°29°
December4.5 in877%48%60°84°12°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Metairie climate questions

How much rain does Metairie get?

Metairie gets 64.6 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 112 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Metairie?

July is the wettest month in Metairie, with 8.8 in. October is the driest, with 3.6 in.

How many rainy days does Metairie have a year?

Metairie has about 112 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.

What is the hottest month in Metairie?

July is the warmest month in Metairie, with an average high of 93°F.

What is the coldest month in Metairie?

January is the coldest month in Metairie, with an average low of 46°F.

What is the record high temperature in Metairie?

The record high at the Metairie station is 104°F, set on June 24, 2009. The record low is 12°F, on December 23, 1989.

What is the sunniest month in Metairie?

October is the sunniest month in Metairie, with sunshine about 61% of daylight hours. July is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Metairie?

The first fall freeze in Metairie typically comes around December 18. The last spring freeze is around February 3.

What is the best time to visit Metairie?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station NEW ORLEANS AUDUBON (8 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station NEW ORLEANS AUDUBON.