Normal weather for New Orleans in May
It's hot in May in New Orleans with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 20°C and 25°C.
In May, there is an average of 258 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in New Orleans. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
New Orleans in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
31°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
258 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
19 days | 8 days | |
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.
The hurricane season in New Orleans runs from June to November.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in New Orleans with hot temperatures, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights close to 22°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 32°C, with nights close to 24°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in New Orleans will be around 32°C, with nights close to 25°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Temperature records
With 35°C, New Orleans hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 13°C to a high of 28°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May 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 May in New Orleans
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May 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 May, you can expect around 19 days of rain in New Orleans.
Daily UV Index in May in New Orleans
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May 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 May in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in New Orleans, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in New Orleans Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May 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 May for New Orleans
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Average Weather in New Orleans by Month
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