If you plan to visit New Orleans in February, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +64°F during the day and approximately 5 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 13 rainy days in the month and around 325 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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+64°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
325 mm
Total precipitation
77%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: New Orleans has OK weather in February.
Average temperature in New Orleans in February
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in New Orleans for February based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +84°F during the day to a minimum of +39°F during the night, the temperature in February averages around +72°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 32% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +70°F to +84°F.
Is New Orleans warm or cold in February?
New Orleans is typically mild in February.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +64°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +48°F to +52°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
February is one of the coolest months in New Orleans, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in New Orleans in February
Water in New Orleans in February is Cold. It varies from +50°F to +64°F, with an average of +57°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +64°F.
The water temperature in February is one of the coldest of the entire 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 February?
We would not recommend swimming in New Orleans in February, the water is very cold (+57°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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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
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in New Orleans in February
New Orleans weather looks like this, on average, in February and the surrounding months.
January
February
March
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+64°F
+70°F
Min. temperature
+14°F
+23°F
+28°F
Max. temperature
+81°F
+84°F
+86°F
Rainfall
246 mm
325 mm
390 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+57°F
+62°F
Humidity
77%
77%
76%
Air pressure
1020 HPa
1018 HPa
1017 HPa
Sunny days
7
5
7
Cloudy days
10
9
9
Rainy days
14
13
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
February weather is still as ok as in January.It’s getting warmer as February arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +64°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 246 mm to 325 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 77%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during February, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 7 sunny days in January to 5 in February.
March brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in New Orleans in February based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in New Orleans is gradually increasing during February, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during February in New Orleans based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 61% chance of rain on an average day in February, with total rainfall of approximately 184 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 66 mm, which is considered heavy rain.February is a pretty wet month with over 17 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, 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.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during February in New Orleans based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 0% chance of snow on an average day in February, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 0 mm.
February is one of the snowiest months in New Orleans.
Here’s how February is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last February in New Orleans?
This is the weather in New Orleans in February 2023:
1 February
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+70°F
2 February
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+66°F
3 February
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+58°F
4 February
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+59°F
5 February
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+67°F
6 February
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+69°F
7 February
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+77°F
8 February
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+77°F
9 February
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+73°F
10 February
🌧️
+63°F
11 February
🌧️
+55°F
12 February
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+62°F
13 February
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+68°F
14 February
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+73°F
15 February
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+78°F
16 February
🌧️
+77°F
17 February
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+74°F
18 February
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+54°F
19 February
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+68°F
20 February
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+78°F
21 February
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+81°F
22 February
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+80°F
23 February
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+81°F
24 February
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+82°F
25 February
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+81°F
26 February
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+81°F
27 February
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+83°F
28 February
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+84°F
In February 2023 New Orleans had 8 sunny days, 15 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +72°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +54°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 96% and a minimum of 27%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 11 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in February?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how New Orleans climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in New Orleans in February 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 February:
Is February a good time to visit New Orleans?
It’s always a good time to visit New Orleans, but the weather is changeable in February, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in New Orleans in February?
February has mild temperatures in New Orleans. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in New Orleans in February?
Swimming in New Orleans in February is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is New Orleans rainy in February?
New Orleans is often rainy in February. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in New Orleans in February?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in New Orleans in February, 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.
