United StatesThe weather in April in New Orleans
It's warm in April in New Orleans with an average temperature of 26°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 23°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 22°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in April for New Orleans, Louisiana. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 32°C in 2020, New Orleans reached the highest temperature in April over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2018. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 8°C to a highest value of 25°C.
Rainfall amount
In April, there is an average of 792 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in April for New Orleans
Click on any day in April to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in New Orleans. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
April weather comparison
| New Orleans | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 26°C | 17°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Min. temperature | 16°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 792 mm | 81 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 11 days |
Start of April
The month of April starts in New Orleans with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 18°C.
Mid April
By mid-April, daytime temps drop to around 25°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in April in New Orleans, Louisiana. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in April in New Orleans
Temperature in April in New Orleans over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in April in New Orleans, Louisiana. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in April in New Orleans
Total precipitation in April in New Orleans over the years
Daily UV index in April in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily UV index in April in New Orleans, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in New Orleans by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for New Orleans. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.