New Orleans Weather in November 2026
“Mild and bright — an underrated time to visit.”
Roughly 8 rainy days across the month, on average.
November delivers the driest month of the year in New Orleans with 21.4C (70F) afternoons, 14.6C (58F) nights, just 88mm of rain over 8.4 days, and 8.3 hours of sunshine slanting low through the Live Oaks on St Charles Avenue. Sweetgum leaves turn scarlet in Audubon Park, first cypress needles fall into the swamps at Jean Lafitte National Historical Park, and morning fog burns off the Mississippi by 9am most days.
Bayou Classic football and battle of the bands between Grambling and Southern arrives Thanksgiving weekend November 28 at the Caesars Superdome, packing every hotel within a mile. Oak Street Po-Boy Festival takes over Carrollton the second Sunday, Fried Chicken Festival returns to the Lakefront weekend one, and Celebration in the Oaks holiday lights install begins mid-month at City Park.
Ten-year November data show rainfall down 20mm since 2016 and temperatures holding within 0.3C of long-term normals. First hard freeze historically fell November 20 in the 1990s but now typically waits until December 8, and 2026 outlooks call for a mild dry November with only one significant frontal passage expected around November 15, ideal for outdoor festival attendance.
Travelers to New Orleans in 2026 during November enjoy the widest hotel selection outside major events: JW Marriott and Ace Hotel run fall specials, restaurant weeks at Coquette and La Petite Grocery offer $45 three-course dinners, and streetcar service to Uptown runs uncrowded on weekday mornings in November 2026.
The Quarter is theater; locals live in Bywater, Marigny, or Uptown along the streetcar line. Cafe Du Monde is 24 hours but Cafe Beignet on Royal is less lines. Second lines happen Sundays from October through May and following one is the actual best free thing to do. Pronounce it N'awlins to lock in as tourist forever; locals just say New Orleans normally. Neutral ground means median strip and lagniappe means a little extra thrown in.
What to pack for New Orleans in November
November brings genuine sweater weather to New Orleans, and packing skews toward transitional layers:
- Mid-weight sweater in wool or cashmere blend
- Trench coat or waxed cotton jacket for cool evenings
- Leather ankle boots comfortable for 15,000 steps
- Dark jeans and chinos that dress up or down
- Light gloves and beanie for pre-dawn Bayou Classic tailgates
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Things worth doing
Attend Bayou Classic tailgates outside the Superdome, walk Celebration in the Oaks lights, eat po-boys at Oak Street Fest, tour the Historic New Orleans Collection, and picnic in City Park.
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Best time to visit New Orleans
November is one of the best months to visit New Orleans. 11-year climate data (2015–2025) confirms it: comfortable temperatures, manageable rainfall, and a healthy dose of sunshine.
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New Orleans in November — FAQ
Q01Should I visit New Orleans in November?
Should I visit New Orleans in November?
Yes — it is a good time to visit, with pleasant, comfortable weather. In November, New Orleans averages a high of 21°C (71°F) and a low of 15°C (58°F), with 88mm of rainfall across roughly 8 rainy days. Late March French Quarter Fest is free and better than Jazz Fest with 20 stages; jasmine blooms wrap Garden District ironwork before summer humidity settles.
Q02What temperatures should I expect in New Orleans during November?
What temperatures should I expect in New Orleans during November?
The average high temperature in New Orleans during November is 21°C (71°F), with an average low of 15°C (58°F). These figures are averaged from 11 complete years of daily records (2015–2025, Open-Meteo Archive).
Q03Is November a rainy month in New Orleans?
Is November a rainy month in New Orleans?
New Orleans averages approximately 8 rainy days in November, with a total monthly rainfall of about 88mm. This is based on daily precipitation records where days with 1mm or more of rain are counted as rainy days. Afternoon summer storms flood streets in 20 minutes; Bourbon and Canal drain by design but Mid-City and Broadmoor sit for hours after downpours.
Q04How should I dress for New Orleans in November?
How should I dress for New Orleans in November?
For New Orleans in November, pack layered clothing for changing temperatures, a compact umbrella or waterproof jacket, sunscreen and sunglasses, comfortable walking shoes. These recommendations are based on 11 complete years of weather averages for this specific month. A small hand fan and a hat with drawstring: humidity kills styling and afternoon squalls appear in 15 minutes flat.
Q05Is November a busy travel month for New Orleans?
Is November a busy travel month for New Orleans?
Tourist crowds in New Orleans during November are typically moderate. Consider this when planning accommodation — prices track crowd levels closely. The Quarter is theater; locals live in Bywater, Marigny, or Uptown along the streetcar line. Cafe Du Monde is 24 hours but Cafe Beignet on Royal is less lines. Second lines happen Sundays from October through May and following one is the actual best free thing to do. Pronounce it N'awlins to lock in as tourist forever; locals just say New Orleans normally. Neutral ground means median strip and lagniappe means a little extra thrown in.