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New Orleans, LA Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in New Orleans, LA?
New Orleans, 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).
Humid subtropical climate
New Orleans, 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.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 48° | 65° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 62° | 80° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 76° | 93° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 64° | 81° |
How much rain does New Orleans get?
New Orleans 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.
From September 2025 to August 2026 New Orleans got 45.5 in of rain, against a normal of 64.6 in for those months. May 2026 had the most, with 10.1 in.
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New Orleans weather by month
New Orleans weather in January
In January, New Orleans averages a high of 63°F and a low of 46°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 46% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
New Orleans weather in February
In February, New Orleans averages a high of 67°F and a low of 50°F. It gets 4.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 40% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
New Orleans weather in March
In March, New Orleans averages a high of 74°F and a low of 55°F. It gets 4.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 42% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
New Orleans weather in April
In April, New Orleans averages a high of 80°F and a low of 62°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
New Orleans weather in May
In May, New Orleans averages a high of 87°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 5.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 97°F (2018) and the record low is 46°F (2013).
New Orleans weather in June
In June, New Orleans averages a high of 92°F and a low of 75°F. It gets 7.4 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 44% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 104°F (2009) and the record low is 54°F (1984).
New Orleans weather in July
In July, New Orleans averages a high of 93°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 8.8 in of precipitation over about 15 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 35% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 101°F (2009) and the record low is 67°F (1990).
New Orleans weather in August
In August, New Orleans averages a high of 93°F and a low of 76°F. It gets 6.8 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 45% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 104°F (2023) and the record low is 64°F (1976).
New Orleans weather in September
In September, New Orleans averages a high of 89°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 5.7 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 52% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 101°F (2000) and the record low is 52°F (1981).
New Orleans weather in October
In October, New Orleans averages a high of 82°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 3.6 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 97°F (1998) and the record low is 37°F (1993).
New Orleans weather in November
In November, New Orleans averages a high of 72°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 3.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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.
New Orleans weather in December
In December, New Orleans averages a high of 65°F and a low of 48°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 48% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. 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 New Orleans
October is the sunniest month in New Orleans, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest, at 35%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 46% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. New Orleans is sunnier than 50% of the US.
Humidity peaks in July at 80% and is lowest in April at 71%.
New Orleans has about 90 days a year above 90°F. New Orleans is hotter than 89% of the US.
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First and last freeze in New Orleans
The first fall freeze in New Orleans typically comes around December 18, and the last spring freeze around February 3. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 318 days.
New Orleans weather records
These records cover NEW ORLEANS AUDUBON during 1970–2026. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the New Orleans station is 104°F, on June 24, 2009. The coldest is 12°F, on December 23, 1989.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 10.9 in of precipitation, 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 New Orleans
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
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 46° | 63° | 5.0 in | 10 | 74% | 46% | 83° | 16° |
| February | 50° | 67° | 4.1 in | 9 | 75% | 40% | 86° | 20° |
| March | 55° | 74° | 4.6 in | 7 | 74% | 42% | 89° | 28° |
| April | 62° | 80° | 5.0 in | 7 | 71% | 45% | 93° | 37° |
| May | 69° | 87° | 5.4 in | 7 | 75% | 44% | 97° | 46° |
| June | 75° | 92° | 7.4 in | 13 | 77% | 44% | 104° | 54° |
| July | 76° | 93° | 8.8 in | 15 | 80% | 35% | 101° | 67° |
| August | 76° | 93° | 6.8 in | 13 | 77% | 45% | 104° | 64° |
| September | 73° | 89° | 5.7 in | 10 | 75% | 52% | 101° | 52° |
| October | 64° | 82° | 3.6 in | 7 | 72% | 62% | 97° | 37° |
| November | 54° | 72° | 3.8 in | 7 | 74% | 51% | 89° | 29° |
| December | 48° | 65° | 4.5 in | 8 | 77% | 48% | 84° | 12° |
Station: NEW ORLEANS AUDUBON, 7 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1970–2026; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
New Orleans climate questions
How much rain does New Orleans get?
New Orleans gets 64.6 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 112 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in New Orleans?
July is the wettest month in New Orleans, with 8.8 in. October is the driest, with 3.6 in.
How many rainy days does New Orleans have a year?
New Orleans has about 112 days with measurable rain in an average year. July has the most, about 15.
What is the hottest month in New Orleans?
July is the warmest month in New Orleans, with an average high of 93°F.
What is the coldest month in New Orleans?
January is the coldest month in New Orleans, with an average low of 46°F.
What is the record high temperature in New Orleans?
Within the available 1970–2026 station history, the record high at the New Orleans 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 New Orleans?
October is the sunniest month in New Orleans, with estimated sunshine of 62% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. July is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in New Orleans?
The first fall freeze in New Orleans typically comes around December 18. The last spring freeze is around February 3.
What is the best time to visit New Orleans?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically January to April and November to December, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.