New Orleans in January
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 16°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
16°CAvg high
9°CAvg low
10Rainy days (113 mm)
10:16 hDaylight
07:01Sunrise · 17:18 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 16°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in January is fairly consistent from year to year (2.7 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 9°C | 113 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| February | 18°C | 11°C | 107 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.2 |
| March | 21°C | 14°C | 114 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.5 |
| April | 24°C | 17°C | 99 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| May | 28°C | 21°C | 92 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.8 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 131 mm | 15 | – | – | 6.5 |
| July | 31°C | 25°C | 143 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 31°C | 25°C | 159 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.9 |
| September | 29°C | 24°C | 123 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 25°C | 19°C | 87 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 21°C | 14°C | 82 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.9 |
| December | 18°C | 11°C | 97 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is New Orleans in January?
Daytime highs average 16°C and nights about 9°C.
When is the best time to visit New Orleans?
The best months are October, November, April, May.