Current Conditions
68°F
Feels like 68°F
Mostly Cloudy
As of Nov 12, 2026, 8:45 AM · Last checked Nov 12, 2026, 9:09 AM
Times shown in America/Chicago. Some values may come from forecast models.
6 mph
NNW · Gusts 13 mph
81%
9.9 mi
29.94 inHg
2.0
Low
New Orleans reports mostly cloudy as of Nov 12, 2026, 8:45 AM with temperatures near 68°F (20°C). Humidity is 81%, and winds are around 6 mph.
Check the forecast times and official local alerts before planning commuting, outdoor activities, or travel in New Orleans.
New Orleans has a humid subtropical climate with very hot, humid summers and mild winters. At New Orleans International Airport, the 1991-2020 reference averages range from a daily high of 63°F (17°C) in Jan to 91°F (33°C) in Jul. Monthly precipitation averages sum to 63.3 inches (1609 mm) per year.
Atlantic hurricane season runs June through November. Low-lying parts of New Orleans face storm surge and flooding risks. Summer is hot and humid with frequent thunderstorms. Winter can bring hard freezes, and spring storms can produce severe weather.
Hurricane Katrina's 2005 surge overwhelmed parts of the New Orleans flood-protection system. Levee and floodwall failures helped flood about 80% of the city, showing why coastal surge and local flood-protection conditions both matter.
Local Planning Guide
New Orleans's highest-risk window is the June-November hurricane season, with daily storms and flooding rain peaking through summer.
Slow-moving storms and tropical bands can flood specific neighborhoods, so radar loops and alerts help time outdoor plans and watch surge risk.
Climate reference averages (1991-2020). Average daily high, average daily low, and monthly precipitation.
| Month | Avg High | Avg Low | Precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 62.5°F | 46.1°F | 5.2 in |
| Feb | 66.4°F | 49.7°F | 4.1 in |
| Mar | 72.3°F | 55.3°F | 4.4 in |
| Apr | 78.5°F | 61.7°F | 5.2 in |
| May | 85.3°F | 69°F | 5.6 in |
| Jun | 90°F | 74.7°F | 7.6 in |
| Jul | 91.4°F | 76.5°F | 6.8 in |
| Aug | 91.3°F | 76.6°F | 6.9 in |
| Sep | 88.1°F | 73.5°F | 5.1 in |
| Oct | 80.6°F | 64.3°F | 3.7 in |
| Nov | 71.2°F | 53.7°F | 3.9 in |
| Dec | 64.8°F | 48.4°F | 4.8 in |
Climate data and sources. Verified against NOAA NCEI: NEW ORLEANS INTL AP, LA US (PDF) (USW00012916), 1991-2020. Values are rounded for display. Raw data (JSON). Climate averages are not a forecast and do not describe every neighborhood.
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