French Quarter Map
Interactive map of French Quarter with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
French Quarter is a tourist attraction in New Orleans. French Quarter is a landmark known for Bourbon Street and Creole townhouses.
Right now it is 82°F (28°C) in French Quarter with clear sky. It feels like 90°F. Today runs from 76°F to 91°F. Chance of precipitation is 13%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit French Quarter 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 Gulf State Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 91°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. beach day is the strongest bet in French Quarter today at 9.6/10. 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 French Quarter
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Coordinates: 29°57′30.2″N 90°3′51.8″W (29.9584, -90.0644)
Quick facts about French Quarter
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| City | New Orleans |
| Country | United States |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 29°57′30.2″N 90°3′51.8″W (29.9584, -90.0644) |
| Known for | Bourbon Street and Creole townhouses |
| Local time | 3:51 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, April, August, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Getting to French Quarter
- 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 French Quarter
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport | MSY | 12 mi | New Orleans |
Things to do in French Quarter
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around French Quarter.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is French Quarter?
French Quarter is a tourist attraction in New Orleans. Its coordinates are 29.9584, -90.0644. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in French Quarter right now?
It is currently 82°F (28°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 80% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit French Quarter?
February, April, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in French Quarter, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is French Quarter in?
French Quarter observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 3:51 PM.
What is the nearest airport to French Quarter?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in French Quarter?
Popular options include Gulf State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 25, 2026 at 3:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
