Louisiana Weather Forecast
Louisiana weather: 66°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Louisiana
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 56° | 0% | 7 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 58° | 0% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 56° | 0% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 62° | 0% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 84° / 67° | 3% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 81° / 70° | 44% · 0,5 in | 8 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 85° / 67° | 13% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 86° / 67° | 7% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 65° | 20% · 0,7 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | 🌧️ Showers | 74° / 58° | 14% · 0,6 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | 67° / 53° | 11% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 66° / 50° | 13% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 64° / 47° | 13% | 6 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 47° | 16% | 6 mph | 5 |
The two-week trend
Cooling. The second half of the window averages 44°F cooler than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 77°F against a October normal of 82°F - 37°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,5 in against a typical 0,5 in).
What this means for Louisiana
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 79°F is 3.2°F below the 82°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 66°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Louisiana?
Louisiana is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 30.4515, -91.1871. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Louisiana right now?
It is currently 66°F (19°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Louisiana?
February, April, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Louisiana, which has a temperate climate. January, May and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Louisiana in?
Louisiana observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:50 PM.
How many people live in Louisiana?
Louisiana has a population of approximately 4.6 million.
What is the nearest airport to Louisiana?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 64 mi away and George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), 250 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Louisiana?
Popular options include French Quarter and Gulf State Park.
What places are in Louisiana?
Louisiana covers 2 places in this atlas, including New Orleans and Orleans Parish.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| 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 October 26, 2026 at 9:50 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
