New Orleans Weather Forecast
New Orleans weather: 65°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in New Orleans?
No - rain is unlikely in New Orleans today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,3 in of precipitation is forecast.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 37% of a normal October week (0,3 in against 0,8 in).
16-day forecast for New Orleans
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 59° | 0% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 60° | 0% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 58° | 0% | 10 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 65° | 0% | 11 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 82° / 70° | 3% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 83° / 73° | 39% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 81° / 70° | 9% · 0,1 in | 7 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 70° | 5% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 85° / 73° | 13% · 0,2 in | 17 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 76° / 62° | 12% · 0,5 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | ☀️ Clear sky | 68° / 57° | 8% | 14 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | ☀️ Clear sky | 67° / 58° | 7% | 12 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☀️ Clear sky | 62° / 53° | 10% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 52° | 13% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 57° | 16% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 70° / 65° | 19% · 0,3 in | 12 mph | 2 |
What this means for New Orleans
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 76°F is 4.5°F below the 80°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 65°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 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 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 4 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 1:05 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 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 27, 2026 at 1:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
