Typical Weather in New Orleans, LA in May
85° F Avg High
68° F Avg Low
5 Rainy Days
☀️ Temperature Summary
Highs in May are typically around 85°F, which is warmer than usual in New Orleans. Lows overnight are typically around 68°F. Daily high temperatures can range between 82°F and 88°F, and typically fall throughout the month.
May is a great time to visit New Orleans, with mild temperatures and sunny days being very common.
High Temps Throughout the Year
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☔ Rain Summary
You can expect about a 15% chance of rain for any given day in May. It's one of the drier months of the year for New Orleans, with total rainfall for the month around 4 inches.
Rainfall Throughout the Year
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