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

☔ 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.