New Orleans Weather in May
United States · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
May in New Orleans is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 21°C (69°F). Expect roughly 143mm of precipitation spread over about 7 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
Avg high
30°C
85°F
Avg low
21°C
69°F
Rainfall
143mm
rainy
Rainy days
7
days with ≥1mm
🎒 What to pack
- light summer clothing
- sunscreen and sunglasses
- compact umbrella or rain jacket
May vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is New Orleans in May?
- May in New Orleans is warm, with average daytime highs around 30°C (85°F) and nighttime lows near 21°C (69°F). Expect roughly 143mm of precipitation spread over about 7 rainy days, and this is one of the wetter months.
- Does it rain a lot in New Orleans in May?
- New Orleans sees around 143mm of precipitation in May on average — rainy by global standards.
- Is May a good time to visit New Orleans?
- May is a workable month to visit New Orleans, but expect some weather trade-offs.