New Orleans Weather in January
United States · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
January in New Orleans is mild, with average daytime highs around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 132mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
17°C
63°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
132mm
rainy
Rainy days
8
days with ≥1mm
🎒 What to pack
- light jacket
- layers for cool evenings
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
January vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is New Orleans in January?
- January in New Orleans is mild, with average daytime highs around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows near 8°C (46°F). Expect roughly 132mm of precipitation spread over about 8 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in New Orleans in January?
- New Orleans sees around 132mm of precipitation in January on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is January a good time to visit New Orleans?
- January is a workable month to visit New Orleans, but expect some weather trade-offs.