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Metairie (LA) Climate by Month

The temperature in Metairie can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to mild. It also has a relatively rainy climate with high levels of precipitation. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Metairie. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 33°C in August to a moderate 17°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 7°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Metairie has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1575 mm of rainfall annually. The seasons in Metairie, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, August, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 194 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 18 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, November, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 61 mm over 6 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Metairie, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 9.3 hours in May. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 5.1 hours.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (9 KM, 5 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Metairie ranges from 20°C in January to 28°C in June.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (9 KM, 5 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Metairie in the United States of America

During the months of March, April and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which months have the greatest rainfall in Metairie?
    Most rainfall (rainy season) is seen in July, August and December.
  • Which is the warmest month in Metairie?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 33°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Metairie?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Metairie?
    August tops the wettest month list with 194 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Metairie?
    November is the driest month with 61 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Metairie?
    May is the sunniest month with an average of 279 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Metairie (LA)

    Thu   Nov 21
    19°C | 12°C
    N 22 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Fri   Nov 22
    17°C | 11°C
    N 18 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain

    Sat   Nov 23
    18°C | 10°C
    NE 7 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain