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Weather in New Orleans, Louisiana for January 2026

Your guide to New Orleans weather in January - trends and predictions

    Official Weather Alert ⚠️

  • Freeze Warning - See hour by hour.

    • Snow Forecast ❄️

  • Snowfall in New Orleans during January is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
    According to New Orleans snow forecast for January 2026, no snow is expected until the end of the month.

    • Temperatures

  • So far, January 2026 in New Orleans is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.6 °F.

  • The forecast for the coming days of January 2026 predicts a temperature of 14.2 °F , which is warmer than usual.

  • In general, the average temperature in New Orleans at the beginning of January is 18.7 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly cool down, reaching an average of 13 °F by the end of January.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • New Orleans in January brings notable rainfall, with an average of 18 rainy days and a total precipitation of 166.1 mm.

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Average dry days
12
Dry days
Average rainy days
18
Rainy days
Average snowy days
1
Snow days
Average temperatures
16°/9°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
21 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
73 %
Avg humidity

New Orleans Weather January

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December
February
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Sunny
19°
2
Patchy rain possible
19°
3
Moderate or heavy rain shower
20°
4
Overcast
17°
5
Overcast
20°
6
Sunny
19°
7
Sunny
17°
8
Moderate or heavy rain shower
17°
9
Partly cloudy
18°
10
Moderate or heavy rain shower
19°
11
Overcast
17°
12
Moderate or heavy rain shower
18°
13
Sunny
13°
14
Overcast
14°
15
Partly cloudy
14°
16
Overcast
15°
17
Overcast
16°
18
Light rain shower
21°
19
Cloudy
17°
20
Partly cloudy
12°
21
Moderate rain at times
13°
22
Patchy rain possible
16°
23
Sunny
15°
24
Overcast
19°
25
Cloudy
18°
26
Partly cloudy
14°
27
Partly cloudy
15°
28
Weather Alert Sunny
13°
29
Sunny
15°
30
Overcast
13°
31
Partly cloudy
3°

Temperatures trend during January in New Orleans

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

January weather in New Orleans day by day

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December February
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
Jan. 1 Sunny
Sunny
 19° /10° 0.7 mm 0 cm
Jan. 2 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 19° /12° 0.7 mm 0 cm
Jan. 3 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 20° /14° 13 mm 0 cm
Jan. 4 Overcast
Overcast
 17° /11° 2.7 mm 0 cm
Jan. 5 Overcast
Overcast
 20° /12° 5.2 mm 0 cm
Jan. 6 Sunny
Sunny
 19° /10° 6 mm 0 cm
Jan. 7 Sunny
Sunny
 17° /10° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 8 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 17° /11° 9.6 mm 0 cm
Jan. 9 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 18° /10° 3.1 mm 0 cm
Jan. 10 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 19° /9° 13.9 mm 0 cm
Jan. 11 Overcast
Overcast
 17° /9° 0.1 mm 0 cm
Jan. 12 Moderate or heavy rain shower
Moderate or heavy rain shower
 18° /7° 1.9 mm 0 cm
Jan. 13 Sunny
Sunny
 13° /7° 12.1 mm 0 cm
Jan. 14 Overcast
Overcast
 14° /6° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 15 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /6° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 16 Overcast
Overcast
 15° /6° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Jan. 17 Overcast
Overcast
 16° /8° 0.2 mm 0 cm
Jan. 18 Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 21° /11° 3.1 mm 0 cm
Jan. 19 Cloudy
Cloudy
 17° /5° 0.8 mm 0 cm
Jan. 20 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 12° /3° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 21 Moderate rain at times
Moderate rain at times
 13° /5° 10.5 mm 1.9 cm
Jan. 22 Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 16° /8° 4.5 mm 0 cm
Jan. 23 Sunny
Sunny
 15° /9° 0.5 mm 0 cm
Jan. 24 Overcast
Overcast
 19° /10° 3.3 mm 0 cm
Jan. 25 Cloudy
Cloudy
 18° /7° 18.2 mm 0 cm
Jan. 26 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 14° /8° 16.3 mm 0 cm
Jan. 27 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 15° /8° 8.4 mm 0 cm
Jan. 28 Sunny
Sunny
 13° /0° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 29 Sunny
Sunny
 15° /6° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 30 Overcast
Overcast
 13° /5° 0 mm 0 cm
Jan. 31 Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 3° /-1° 0 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for New Orleans in January is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the New Orleans forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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New Orleans in January - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in New Orleans during January?

Enjoy moderate daytime temperatures of up to 16° and cooler nights around 9°. Ideal for a range of outdoor activities, from hiking to city tours.

How much rainfall should be expected in New Orleans during January?

Significant rainfall exceeding 166.1 mm is expected in New Orleans during January, occurring over more than 18 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.

Will it snow in New Orleans in January 2026?

New Orleans typically sees 2.54667 cm of snowfall during January.

What are the typical wind conditions in New Orleans during January?

The average wind speed in New Orleans during January is 21 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

New Orleans snow forecast January 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover New Orleans’s snowy potential this January ❄️
On average, New Orleans sees 1 snowy days during January, with approximately 2.5 cm of total snowfall.

January rainfall patterns in New Orleans

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for New Orleanss January weather 💧
Typically, New Orleans has 18 rainy days in January with a total of 166.1 mm of rainfall.

UV exposure in New Orleans during January

Stay informed about UV levels for safe outdoor activities throughout the month of January ☀️

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