This post is a summary of the New Orleans weather in March, with tips on what to pack and things to do.
If you are coming at the start or end of the month, read our weather guides to February and April.
- Average Temperatures
- How Much Sun/Rain
- What to Wear
- Things to Do in March
- Seasonal Weather Outlook
- Weather Averages by Month
- Free Tours by Foot
AVERAGE MARCH TEMPERATURES
Spring is in the air and March is a great time to visit the Crescent City, as the weather is mild and there are lots to see and do this month (especially a walking tour).
Early in March the afternoon high temperatures tend to be in the upper 60s f (20 - 21 c) while the overnight lows average in the low to mid-50s f (11 - 12 c).
Some of the cooler mornings can still dip down below 46 f (8 c).
As the month progresses, the afternoon high temperatures will rise into the mid-70s f (23 - 24 c) with a few of the warmer days reaching or exceeding 82 f (28 c).
Morning lows by the end of this month will be mostly in the upper 50s f to lower 60s f (15 - 17 c).
HOW MUCH RAIN IN MARCH?
During March, New Orleans sees about 16 days with sunny or at least partly sunny skies.
Some rain falls on about 8 days, however, significant rainfalls of 0.5 inches (13mm) or more occur only on 2-3 days.
WHAT TO WEAR IN NEW ORLEANS IN MARCH
The weather is mild to warm this month.
So, a sweater or light windbreaker may be all you need for those cooler days with short sleeves and other summer clothes for the warmer days.
For those few rainy days, you should bring your umbrella and don't forget a good pair of walking shoes to see all the sights.
THINGS TO DO IN NEW ORLEANS IN MARCH
Below are our top 10 things to do, but read the full post of things to do in March here.
For tips on the most popular activities in New Orleans, check out our ghost, swamp, plantation, and riverboat tour posts.
Many of these items are already included for free with the purchase of a tourist discount pass.
- Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
- Listen to Live Music
- Visit a Swamp – including a free one in the city.
- Rock n Roll Marathon
- Spring Fiesta – visit authentic New Orleans’ homes
- Watch a Pelicans basketball game.
- Enjoy the Plantation Spring Festival
- St. Joesph’s Day Parade
- Visit the World War 2 Museum
- It’s Crawfish Season
Read our full post on things to do in March in NOLA.
While you are here in New Orleans you should plan to join us for one of our several "pay-what-you-like tours" including several unique walking tours, food tours, and bike tours.
Seasonal Weather Outlooks for New Orleans - January to March 2024 New Orleans
There is a 77% chance for normal to above normal temperatures with near normal precipitation.
