What to expect in New Orleans in February
February is one of the best times to visit New Orleans. Expect 19° / 9°, the biggest crowds of the year and premium prices.
New Orleans weather in February
Typical conditions in New Orleans during February, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 19°C 66°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9°C 48°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 19°C with lows near 9°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for New Orleans — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
Prices run high season this month: premium prices.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 19°C by day and about 9°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for New Orleans. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Mardi Gras while you’re there.
- Mardi Gras — Parade krewes throw beads and doubloons through weeks of costumed celebration.
New Orleans in February compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 18° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
| January | 17° / 8° | Low | $ | 65 |
| February · This month | 19° / 9° | High | $$$ | 37 |
| March | 22° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
| April | 25° / 15° | High | $$ | 58 |
These months score higher for New Orleans on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in February
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in February.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated August 2026
