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New Orleans weather in April (Louisiana, United States of America)

What is the weather forecast for New Orleans in April? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In April, New Orleans typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 26°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 17°C.

Precipitation

New Orleans in April usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 135 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 8 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 251 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While August tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Orleans climate page with graphs.

 

New Orleans, monthly averages in April

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 27%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 135 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 8 days  
HumidityHumidity 74%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 251 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 65%  

Where to go in the United States of America in April

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 22°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in New Orleans.

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