Temperatures in April
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.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for New Orleans in April. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of April
The month of April starts in New Orleans with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-April
By mid-April, the average daytime temperature drops to around 25°C, with nights close to 20°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of April
By the end of April, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans will be around 28°C, with nights close to 21°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in April
In April, there is an average of 792 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 25% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in April for New Orleans. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
New Orleans in April |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
26°C | 15°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 18°C | |
| Low Temp |
23°C | 12°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
792 mm | 29 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 7 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.
Is April a good time to visit New Orleans?
After some sun? Then April isn’t the best time to be in New Orleans. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Temperature records for New Orleans in April
With 32°C, New Orleans hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in April 2020. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2018. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 8°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in April in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in April in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in April in New Orleans
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in April for New Orleans, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for April, you can expect around 7 days of rain in New Orleans.
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.
Temperature in April in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in April in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in April in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in April in New Orleans, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in April for New Orleans
Click on a specific day in April for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in New Orleans. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in New Orleans by Month
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