If you plan to visit New Orleans in April, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +77°F during the day and approximately 7 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 14 rainy days in the month and around 377 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+77°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
377 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
7 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
14 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New Orleans has OK weather in April.
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Average temperature in New Orleans in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New Orleans for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +86°F during the day to a minimum of +54°F during the night, the temperature in April averages around +77°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 22% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +86°F to +79°F.
Is New Orleans warm or cold in April?
New Orleans is typically warm in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +77°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +57°F to +63°F.
It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in New Orleans:
Water temperature in New Orleans in April
Water in New Orleans in April is Comfortable. It varies from +64°F to +76°F, with an average of +70°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +77°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in New Orleans are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +86°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +56°F.
Can you swim in New Orleans in April?
The water in New Orleans in April is pretty comfortable (+70°F in average). Ideal for swimming, especially in outdoor pools and open water. Suitable for recreational and casual swimmers.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Don’t forget a large beach towel or two for drying off.
Climate in New Orleans in April
New Orleans weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+70°F
+77°F
+82°F
Min. temperature
+28°F
+39°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+88°F
+97°F
Rainfall
390 mm
377 mm
312 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+62°F
+70°F
+76°F
Humidity
76%
76%
76%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
7
7
7
Cloudy days
9
8
7
Rainy days
15
14
16
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as ok as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +77°F during the day.As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 390 mm to 377 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 7 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in New Orleans in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in New Orleans is gradually increasing during April, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in New Orleans based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 63% chance of rain on an average day in April, with total rainfall of approximately 169 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 53 mm, which is considered heavy rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
April is one of the rainiest months in New Orleans, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
New Orleans wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 390 mm of rainfall per day. November, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 40% chance of precipitation and 87 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in New Orleans?
This is the weather in New Orleans in April 2023:
1 April
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+85°F
2 April
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+81°F
3 April
☁️
+85°F
4 April
☁️
+85°F
5 April
☁️
+83°F
6 April
☁️
+83°F
7 April
🌧️
+77°F
8 April
🌧️
+74°F
9 April
☁️
+71°F
10 April
☁️
+72°F
11 April
☁️
+70°F
12 April
🌧️
+68°F
13 April
🌧️
+70°F
14 April
☀️
+81°F
15 April
☁️
+78°F
16 April
🌧️
+73°F
17 April
☀️
+74°F
18 April
☀️
+75°F
19 April
☀️
+79°F
20 April
☀️
+81°F
21 April
☁️
+78°F
22 April
🌧️
+78°F
23 April
☁️
+75°F
24 April
☁️
+70°F
25 April
☀️
+77°F
26 April
☁️
+80°F
27 April
☁️
+83°F
28 April
☀️
+81°F
29 April
☁️
+80°F
30 April
☀️
+80°F
In April 2023 New Orleans had 8 sunny days, 16 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +77°F, with an absolute maximum of +86°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 33%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New Orleans climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New Orleans in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1983 (+73°F) and the highest in 2023 (+80°F). The driest year was 2000 with only 955 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2022 with 58691 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in New Orleans in April:
Is April a good time to visit New Orleans?
It’s always a good time to visit New Orleans, but the weather is changeable in April, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in New Orleans in April?
April is warm in New Orleans. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in New Orleans in April?
Yes, the water temperature in New Orleans in April is considered moderate and enjoyable for most people, averaging around +70°F.
Is New Orleans rainy in April?
New Orleans is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in New Orleans in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New Orleans in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in New Orleans, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
