New Orleans Travel Guide
New Orleans travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 87°F (31°C) in New Orleans with clear sky. It feels like 91°F. Today runs from 72°F to 90°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit New Orleans 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 French Quarter and Gulf State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for September. The forecast high of 90°F is 3.2°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. swimming is the strongest bet in New Orleans today at 9.8/10. 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
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 29°57′4″N 90°4′17.4″W (29.9511, -90.0715)
Weather in New Orleans right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 11:41 PM, Sep 30 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛈️ 81° / 75°
Violent showers · 86% rain · wind 9 mph
⛈️ 77° / 74°
Violent showers · 80% rain · wind 8 mph
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 | 11:41 PM (UTC-05:00) |
| Best months | February, April, October and November |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in New Orleans
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around New Orleans.
Best time to visit New Orleans
Go in February, April, October and November. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, May and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 4 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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 |
Attractions in New Orleans
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Airports in New Orleans
1 airports mapped in this atlas
ZIP and postal codes in New Orleans
1 zip and postal codes mapped in this atlas
Area codes in New Orleans
1 area codes mapped in this atlas
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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 87°F (31°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 58% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
February, April, 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 11:41 PM.
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 4 places in this atlas, including French Quarter, Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 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 September 30, 2026 at 11:41 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
