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

Looking to travel to New Orleans in November? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In New Orleans the weather in November is generally perfect, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 12°C.

New Orleans in November usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 6 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 170 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, November is one of the better months to visit New Orleans. October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, August tends to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

New Orleans, monthly averages in November

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 20%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 170 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54%  

Where to go in the United States of America in November

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in November and which places have the best weather 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 New Orleans in November?

For visitors traveling to New Orleans, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 24°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 in November.

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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