Orleans Parish Weather Forecast
Orleans Parish weather: 87°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Orleans Parish weather in August
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Climate in Orleans Parish month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 59° | 46° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 67° | 53° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 73° | 59° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 79° | 66° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 83° | 72° | 10,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 88° | 77° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 90° | 79° | 7,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 92° | 80° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 87° | 76° | 6,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 80° | 67° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 72° | 60° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 64° | 52° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Orleans Parish
Go in February, April, August, 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 - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- 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.
How Orleans Parish compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Orleans Parish.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans | 0 mi | 71°F | about the same | 63 in |
| Area Code 504 | 0 mi | 71°F | about the same | 63 in |
| ZIP Code 70112 | 1 mi | 71°F | about the same | 63 in |
| French Quarter | 1 mi | 71°F | about the same | 63 in |
| French Quarter | 1 mi | 71°F | about the same | 63 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Orleans Parish?
Orleans Parish is a county in Louisiana. Its coordinates are 29.9511, -90.0715. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Orleans Parish right now?
It is currently 87°F (31°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 69% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Orleans Parish?
February, April, August, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Orleans Parish, which has a temperate climate. January, May and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Orleans Parish in?
Orleans Parish observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 10:01 AM.
How many people live in Orleans Parish?
Orleans Parish has a population of approximately 380.000.
What is the nearest airport to Orleans Parish?
The closest airports are Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 12 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Orleans Parish?
Popular options include French Quarter and Gulf State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-counties) - 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 10:01 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
