New Orleans Map
Interactive map of New Orleans with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
New Orleans is a city in Louisiana. New Orleans is known for Jazz, Creole food and the French Quarter. It has a population of about 380.000.
Right now it is 88°F (31°C) in New Orleans with overcast. It feels like 97°F. Today runs from 75°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 17%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.6/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit New Orleans is February, April, August, October and November. The climate is temperate. January, May and July tend to be the least comfortable months. August is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 46°F.
The closest major airport is Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), about 12 mi away. Nearby highlights include French Quarter and Gulf State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is in line with the 92°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. driving is the strongest bet in New Orleans today at 9.2/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of New Orleans
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Coordinates: 29°57′4″N 90°4′17.4″W (29.9511, -90.0715)
Quick facts about New Orleans
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Louisiana |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 29°57′4″N 90°4′17.4″W (29.9511, -90.0715) |
| Population | 380.000 |
| Known for | Jazz, Creole food and the French Quarter |
| Local time | 9:29 AM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, April, August, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Maps of each attraction in New Orleans
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
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1 airports mapped in this atlas
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1 districts and neighborhoods mapped in this atlas
Maps of each zip / postal code in New Orleans
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Maps of each area code in New Orleans
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
Getting to New Orleans
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) · 12 mi
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near New Orleans
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | MSY | 12 mi | New Orleans |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Orleans?
New Orleans is a city in Louisiana. Its coordinates are 29.9511, -90.0715. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New Orleans right now?
It is currently 88°F (31°C) with overcast. Humidity is 65% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
February, April, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in New Orleans, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New Orleans in?
New Orleans observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:29 AM.
How many people live in New Orleans?
New Orleans has a population of approximately 380.000.
What is the nearest airport to New Orleans?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New Orleans?
Popular options include French Quarter and Gulf State Park.
What places are in New Orleans?
New Orleans covers 5 places in this atlas, including French Quarter, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, French Quarter, ZIP Code 70112 and Area Code 504.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-us) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 23, 2026 at 9:29 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
