United StatesThe weather in August in New Orleans
It's hot in August in New Orleans with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°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 August 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 39°C in 2020, New Orleans reached the highest temperature in August over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In August, there is an average of 166 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in August for New Orleans
Click on any day in August 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.
August weather comparison
| New Orleans | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 33°C | 30°C |
| Max. temperature | 34°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 166 mm | 79 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 13 days |
Start of August
The month of August starts in New Orleans with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 27°C.
Mid August
By mid-August, daytime temps stay steady at around 34°C, with nights around 27°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of August
By the end of August, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in August 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 August in New Orleans
Temperature in August in New Orleans over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in August 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 August in New Orleans
Total precipitation in August in New Orleans over the years
Daily UV index in August in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily UV index in August 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.