New Orleans in August
August in New Orleans brings highs around 91°F (33°C), lows near 77°F and about 14 rainy days. The sun sets around 7:42 pm. It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter.
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What August is good for in New Orleans
Each activity rated for August's weather.
Cooking classesAny month
Boat toursFair in August
Sunset cruisesFair in August
Helicopter toursOff season in August
Hot air balloon ridesOff season in August
Food toursOff season in August
Zipline toursOff season in August
Walking toursOff season in August
Bike toursOff season in August
Segway toursOff season in August
Private toursOff season in August
August next to July and September
| Month | July | August | September |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 91°F (33°C) | 91°F (33°C) | 88°F (31°C) |
| Low | 76°F (25°C) | 77°F (25°C) | 74°F (23°C) |
| Rainy days | 14 | 14 | 10 |
| Sunset | 8:03 pm | 7:42 pm | 7:06 pm |
| Daylight | 13 h 53 min | 13 h 14 min | 12 h 21 min |
Averages for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in New Orleans
New Orleans Sightseeing City TourFrom $39View 
New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking TourFrom $38View 
New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & CemeteryFrom $40View 
New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TourFrom $51View 
New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz CruiseFrom $44View 
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with TransportationFrom $76View
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Questions
Is August a good time to visit New Orleans?
It's off season for sightseeing: hot and quieter. The most comfortable months overall are February, March, April, October and November.
How hot is New Orleans in August?
Average highs are about 91°F (33°C) and lows about 77°F (25°C).
Does it rain much in New Orleans in August?
August averages 14 rainy days, against 14 in the wettest month.
