New Orleans Weather Forecast
New Orleans weather: 80°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for New Orleans
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 95° / 79° | 28% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 100° / 78° | 9% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | ☁️ Overcast | 101° / 81° | 11% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 99° / 81° | 21% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 81° | 37% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 99° / 79° | 43% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 93° / 79° | 38% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 98° / 80° | 38% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 97° / 80° | 37% | 10 mph | 9 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 97° / 80° | 33% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 97° / 80° | 24% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 96° / 80° | 35% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 98° / 82° | 26% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 96° / 80° | 23% | 10 mph | 8 |
The two-week trend
Steady. The second week averages within a degree of the first, so no big change is signalled.
The window averages 98°F against a August normal of 92°F - 37°F above.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 2% of a normal August week (0,0 in against 0,7 in).
What this means for New Orleans
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 95°F is 3.1°F above the 92°F typical for this month.
A 28% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
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 65°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, May and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 80°F (26°C) with clear. Humidity is 87% 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 8:01 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 August 21, 2026 at 8:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
