Typical Weather in New Orleans, LA in January

64° F Avg High

45° F Avg Low

6 Rainy Days

☀️ Temperature Summary

Highs in January are typically around 64°F, which is cooler than usual in New Orleans. Overnight lows can reach 45°F. This is the coldest month of the year in New Orleans.

Despite it being the coolest month of the year, January is still a great time to visit New Orleans, with mild temperatures and sunny days being very common.

High Temps Throughout the Year

☔ Rain Summary

You can expect about a 20% chance of rain for any given day in January. It's one of the drier months of the year for New Orleans, with total rainfall for the month around 5 inches.