New Orleans
Jazz, Creole culture & Mardi Gras
Weather in New Orleans · Now
24°C
Overcast
54%
14 km/h
Today
24° 15°
0% rain
Tue
26° 16°
0% rain
Wed
27° 14°
0% rain
Thu
27° 19°
0% rain
Fri
28° 21°
3% rain
About New Orleans
New Orleans is unlike any other American city — a soulful blend of French, African, and Spanish cultures, birthplace of jazz, home to incredible Creole cuisine, flamboyant festivals, and the hauntingly beautiful French Quarter.
How to Explore
Ride the historic streetcars along St. Charles Avenue for a scenic tour of the city. Walk through the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny to enjoy architecture and music. Venture to local bayous for boat tours to see wildlife and swamp scenery.
Language
English
Currency
US Dollar
Best Time
February–May (Mardi Gras season)
Climate
20°C
Safety
Exercise Caution
Timezone
CST (UTC-6)
When to Go
Best overall
February–May (Mardi Gras season)
Most beautiful
February-May: azaleas and jasmine bloom in the Garden District.
Cheapest
June-September: higher humidity and heat lower hotel demand.
Peak crowds
February (Mardi Gras) and April (Jazz Fest)
When are you going? Pick a month:
New Orleans in October
Temperature
20° – 27°C
Rainy days
~9 days
Prices
Medium
Crowds
Medium
Perfect weather for outdoor music events.
Plan a trip in October
