Best time to visit New Orleans

Q: When is the best time to visit New Orleans?

The best time to visit New Orleans is April based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in New Orleans?

The hottest time of year in New Orleans is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in New Orleans?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in New Orleans with 174mm on average. There are normally 14 days in July with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in New Orleans?

The sunniest time of year in New Orleans is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the best time to visit New Orleans?

The best time to visit New Orleans is April based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in New Orleans?

The hottest time of year in New Orleans is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 33°C with very high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in New Orleans?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in New Orleans with 174mm on average. There are normally 14 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in New Orleans?

The sunniest time of year in New Orleans is normally October with bright sunshine on average for 68% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.