Normal weather for New Orleans in January
It's cool to moderate in January in New Orleans with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 3°C and 14°C.
In January, there is an average of 164 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then January isn’t the best time to be in New Orleans. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
New Orleans in January |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
164 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
12 days | 9 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 5 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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Start of January
The month of January starts in New Orleans with cool temperatures, averaging around 16°C during the day and nights close to 9°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature rises to around 17°C, with nights close to 9°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans will be around 18°C, with nights close to 9°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 28°C, New Orleans hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2019. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°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 January in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January 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 January in New Orleans
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January 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 January, you can expect around 12 days of rain in New Orleans.
Daily UV Index in January in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January 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 January in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January 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 January for New Orleans
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Average Weather in New Orleans by Month
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