Attraction in New Orleans

Current Local Time in French Quarter

Current local time and time zone in French Quarter, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 92°F now🕔 10:45 PM local📅 Best: February, April, October and November

Current local time in French Quarter

10:45 PM
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time zoneAmerica/Chicago
UTC offsetUTC-05:00
UTC now3:45 AM
Sunrise6:53 AM
Sunset6:46 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:53 AM
Sunset6:46 PM
Daylight11h 53m
Solar noon12:49 PM
Golden hour (am)6:53 AM - 7:53 AM
Golden hour (pm)5:46 PM - 6:46 PM
Blue hour (am)6:23 AM - 6:53 AM
Blue hour (pm)6:46 PM - 7:16 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 83%
Moonrise9:15 PM
Moonset11:15 AM

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Quick facts about French Quarter

TypeAttraction
CityNew Orleans
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
Coordinates29°57′30.2″N 90°3′51.8″W (29.9584, -90.0644)
Known forBourbon Street and Creole townhouses
Local time10:45 PM (UTC-05:00)
Best monthsFebruary, April, October and November
ClimateTemperate

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 92°F (33°C) in French Quarter with clear sky. It feels like 96°F. Today runs from 72°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.2/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit French Quarter is February, April, 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 91°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 slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 92°F is 4.7°F above the 87°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 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

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Coordinates: 29°57′30.2″N 90°3′51.8″W (29.9584, -90.0644)

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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 92°F (33°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 45% and wind is 9 mph.

When is the best time to visit French Quarter?

February, April, 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 10:45 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
MethodScores, 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 September 30, 2026 at 10:45 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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