What to expect in New Orleans in October
October is one of the best times to visit New Orleans. Expect 27° / 17°, manageable crowds at the big attractions and prices close to the yearly average.
New Orleans weather in October
Typical conditions in New Orleans during October, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 27°C 81°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 17°C 63°F |
| Rainfall | Moderate 30/100 |
| Total rainfall | 79 mm3.1 in |
| Rainy days | 8 |
| Daylight | 11 h 27 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 27°C with lows near 17°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Moderate for New Orleans — manageable crowds at the big attractions.
Prices & value
This month counts as shoulder season: prices close to the yearly average.
What to pack
Light layers for 27°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 17°C.
What it costs
Costs in October sit around the yearly average for New Orleans — neither a bargain nor a squeeze. Booking a few weeks out is usually enough. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 42% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
Events & what’s on
No major festivals fall in October, so the destination feels like its everyday self.
New Orleans in October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August | 33° / 24° | Low | $ | 63 |
| September | 32° / 22° | Low | $ | 65 |
| October · This month | 27° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 62 |
| November | 22° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 66 |
| December | 18° / 9° | Moderate | $$ | 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 October
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in October.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
