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Today weather in New Orleans
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
30°
Moderate rain
Official weather alert: Flood Watch. New Orleans will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 29 °F and descending to around 20 °F after sunset. Gentle breezes are expected across New Orleans Today, with speeds reaching around 14 km/h. Heavy showers are forecasted, reaching up to 5.33 mm. Given the warmth, it might feel a bit stifling.
30° / 21°
Temp
89%
Rain
14 km/h
Wind
83%
Humidity
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| temperatures | 21.1° | 22.2° | 20.9° | 20.8° | 20.8° | 20.9° | 21.5° | Sunrise | 22.7° | 24.4° | 25.8° | 26.2° | 27.9° | 28.7° | 29.2° | 29.3° | 29.3° | 29.3° | 28.9° | 27.8° | 26.6° | Sunset | 25.6° | 24.9° | 24.5° | 24.2° | |
| feels like | 21.1° | 21.2° | 20.9° | 20.8° | 20.8° | 20.9° | 21.5° | 24.5° | 27° | 29.3° | 29.6° | 31.1° | 32° | 32.6° | 32.6° | 32.6° | 32.6° | 32.1° | 30.8° | 29.4° | 28.2° | 27.3° | 26.8° | 26.5° | |||
| wind speed | 5 km/h | 9 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 8 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 8 km/h | 9 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 12 km/h | 11 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | 14 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 69° | 105° | 121° | 135° | 158° | 160° | 152° | 165° | 173° | 187° | 193° | 204° | 196° | 197° | 189° | 183° | 175° | 182° | 168° | 167° | 152° | 151° | 154° | 152° | |||
| wind direction | ENE | ESE | ESE | SE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | S | S | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | S | S | S | S | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | SSE | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.4 mm | 1 mm | 0.4 mm | 1.3 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.8 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 77% | 83% | 0% | 0% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 95% | 97% | 96% | 97% | 95% | 94% | 95% | 97% | 89% | 90% | 86% | 84% | 63% | 64% | 63% | 65% | 65% | 65% | 69% | 77% | 83% | 86% | 89% | 90% | |||
| dew point | 20.2° | 20° | 19.9° | 20.5° | 20° | 19.7° | 20.2° | 21.5° | 22.2° | 24.2° | 24.7° | 23.6° | 21.7° | 21.9° | 21.9° | 22° | 22.1° | 22° | 22.2° | 22.5° | 22.3° | 22.2° | 22.2° | 22.3° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 5 km | 9 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 3% | 50% | 38% | 100% | 25% | 9% | 53% | 72% | 4% | 7% | 24% | 92% | 86% | 51% | 83% | 86% | 55% | 82% | 71% | 89% | 89% | 72% | 16% | 22% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.2 | 1 | 2.6 | 4.8 | 7 | 8.5 | 8.8 | 8.5 | 6.8 | 4.5 | 2.4 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in New Orleans today
The weather in New Orleans today is expected to be slightly cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 30 °F, compared to an average of 32 °F for May 26th in recent years.
temperatures
30 °F
rain
5.3 mm
wind
14 km/h
UV
Very High
New Orleans daylight overview ☀️
Today in New Orleans, The sun rises at 06:01 and sets at 19:53, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 52 minutes.
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The weather today in New Orleans - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in New Orleans?
The maximum temperature for today in New Orleans is expected to be 30° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in New Orleans? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 89% chance of rain in New Orleans today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in New Orleans? 🌀
The wind in New Orleans is expected to blow at 14 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in New Orleans today?
Given the forecast of 30 °F with a 89% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in New Orleans today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for New Orleans today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:01 and set at 19:53 in New Orleans.
How accurate is the weather forecast New Orleans today? ✅
New Orleans weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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