Best Time to Visit New Orleans for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

95/100

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Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

November, March, February

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12°C – 28°C

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The best time to visit New Orleans for a city trip is November, March, February, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for New Orleans

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	76Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	17°	126	10.1	76%	shoulder
February	89Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	14°	19°	108	8.3	71%	shoulder
March	93Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	22°	110	8.1	72%	shoulder
April	87Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	21°	26°	124	7.3	74%	shoulder
May	60Suboptimal Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	25°	29°	121	7.7	75%	shoulder
June	30Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	28°	32°	188	12.6	77%	wet
July	23Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	28°	33°	185	14.5	80%	wet
August	24Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly.	28°	33°	177	13.4	78%	wet
September	40Poor Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	27°	31°	148	9.5	77%	shoulder
October	85Excellent Warm temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 60Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	22°	27°	101	7.2	74%	shoulder
November	95Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	22°	93	7.5	76%	shoulder
December	85Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	14°	19°	118	9.1	76%	shoulder