This post is about the weather in November in New Orleans, including what to expect for temperatures, how much rain, what to wear, and things to do.
- Average Temperatures
- Sun vs. Rain
- What to Wear
- What to Do
- Seasonal Weather Outlook
- Weather Averages by Month
- Free Tours by Foot
HOW HOT IS NEW ORLEANS IN NOVEMBER?
Early November sees typically warm daytime high temperatures in the mid-70s F (24-25 C) with overnight or early morning lows in the comfortable upper 50s F (14-15C).
Some days, the mercury rises up into the upper 70s F (25-26C) or even the lower 80s F (27C).

As we approach the end of this month, afternoon high temperatures will more likely be in the mid to upper 60s F (about 20C).
Early morning lows near 50 F (about 10C) with a few mornings dipping into the low to mid-40s F (about 6C).
About once every few years temperatures can briefly dip to 32 F (0 C) or less.
SUN VS. RAIN
About 18 days this month will have sunny or at least partly sunny skies while the remaining 12 days will be mostly cloudy.

About 7-8 days will likely have some rainfall with about 3 days having significant rainfalls of 1/2 inch (13mm) or more.
Seasonal Weather Outlook - October to December 2023 New Orleans
There is a 76% chance for normal to above-normal temperatures with near-normal rainfall.
WHAT TO WEAR
The weather can range from summer-like to fall so best to dress for both.
It can be warm enough for short-sleeve shirts on the warmer days.
But, a sweater, windbreaker, or light jacket will be needed on the cooler evenings and particularly towards the end of the month when evening temperatures can be quite chilly.
WHAT TO DO
This section lists our suggestions for the best things to do in New Orleans this month.
You can find more details for free activities, family-friendly things to do, and evening entertainment on our full post for Things to Do in NOLA in November.
TIP: When you purchase a tourist attraction discount pass, you can save up to 55% on retail attraction prices.
- Take a walking tour of NOLA.
- See a football or basketball game.
- Spend the evening at a major concert.
- See Dear Evan Hansen.
- Spend Thanksgiving at the fairgrounds or a delicious restaurant.
- Sample food and beer at Boudin, Bourbon & Beer festival.
- Find the best po-boys in the city.
- Attend a cheese festival.
- See life-sized Hot Wheels at a monster truck rally.
- Save money with an attraction discount pass.
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