Best time to visit Louisiana

Q: When is the best time to visit Louisiana?

The best time to visit Louisiana (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 Louisiana?

The hottest time of year in New Orleans, Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

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

Q: When is it sunniest in Louisiana?

The sunniest time of year in New Orleans, Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

The best time to visit Louisiana (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 Louisiana?

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

Which month has the most rain in Louisiana?

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

When is it sunniest in Louisiana?

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