United States New Orleans Weather in November — Climate Guide
November in New Orleans is very-good
New Orleans Weather in November — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 110mm · 7 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, New Orleans in November averages a high of 22°C and low of 12°C with 110mm of rain over about 7 days. Pleasant autumn — long-sleeve T-shirt, light jacket, jeans, sneakers. Smart-casual for Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's Palace or Brennan's. Layers for cooling evening trend.
November is very-good for New Orleans.
November is one of New Orleans' kindest months — 22°C highs, 12°C lows, comfortable 73% humidity, hurricane season ending November 30, and Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's Palace or Brennan's becoming a destination experience. Bayou Classic college football (Grambling vs Southern University) the weekend after Thanksgiving drives Caesars Superdome hotel demand.
Po-Boy Festival (mid-November, Oak Street in Uptown, free, $5-7 per po-boy sample) is the year's locals' favorite food festival celebrating NOLA's signature sandwich.
Travel score
Hurricane season ends + Thanksgiving brunch + Po-Boy Festival
November Weather at a Glance
November averages 72°F / 22°C highs and 54°F / 12°C lows with 7 rainy days and 110mm rainfall. Humidity 73% (comfortable). UV 4. Sunshine 7 hours. Hurricane season officially ends November 30. Crisp morning + mild afternoon + cool evening pattern.
November Travel Advice
Thanksgiving week (Wed-Sun): book Commander's Palace + Brennan's brunch 4-6 weeks ahead, expect hotel +30-50%. Bayou Classic weekend (Sat-Sun after Thanksgiving): book Caesars Superdome area hotels 2-3 weeks ahead. Po-Boy Festival mid-November (Oak Street Uptown) is locals' favorite food festival.
Flying In from Overseas
International tourism continues from October peak. Direct flights from Toronto $300-500, London $500-800. Thanksgiving holiday drives domestic US-internal travel spike. European autumn travel ending. Asian + Australian outbound shoulder.
November Pricing Trends
Late autumn moderate: French Quarter 4-star $180-340/night, Garden District B&B $200-380, Ritz-Carlton $300-550. Thanksgiving week +30-50%. Po-Boy Festival samples $5-7 each. Commander's Palace Thanksgiving brunch $80-120/person.
New Orleans November Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
7
110mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
comfortable
UV Index
4
Moderate
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
not swimmable
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
November Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
11°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for November
November Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Comfortable weather (22°C, 73% humidity)
- Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's, Brennan's
- Po-Boy Festival free with $5-7 samples
- Hurricane season ends Nov 30
- Bayou Classic football weekend
Cons
- Thanksgiving week hotels +30-50%
- Some restaurants closed Thanksgiving Thursday afternoon
- Bayou Classic weekend hotel spike
November Events & Festivals
- **Thanksgiving (4th Thursday — Bayou Classic football following weekend at Caesars Superdome)**
- Po-Boy Festival (mid-November, Oak Street)
- Hurricane season ends (Nov 30)
New Orleans in November — Full Picture
November is one of New Orleans' kindest months — 22°C highs, 12°C lows, comfortable 73% humidity, hurricane season ending November 30, and Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's Palace or Brennan's becoming a destination experience. Bayou Classic college football (Grambling vs Southern University) the weekend after Thanksgiving drives Caesars Superdome hotel demand.
Po-Boy Festival (mid-November, Oak Street in Uptown, free, $5-7 per po-boy sample) is the year's locals' favorite food festival celebrating NOLA's signature sandwich.
Hotel pricing returns to moderate after October Halloween spike: French Quarter 4-star $180-320/night. Garden District streetcar fall foliage tours peak (live oaks change subtly, magnolias darken). Frenchmen Street jazz courtyards still pleasant for outdoor seating.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant autumn — long-sleeve T-shirt, light jacket, jeans, sneakers. Smart-casual for Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's Palace or Brennan's. Layers for cooling evening trend.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
25.7°C
17°C
7.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
32.7°C
24.7°C
10.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
Current27°C
17.7°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
18°C
9°C
8.7/mo
New Orleans Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17° | 8° | 9d·130mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| February (Best) | 19° | 10° | 8d·130mm | 6h | 75% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 22° | 13° | 8d·130mm | 7h | 73% | 5 | Busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 26° | 17° | 7d·110mm | 8h | 73% | 7 | Busy | Peak |
| 29° | 21° | 7d·130mm | 9h | 75% | 8 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 32° | 24° | 10d·170mm | 9h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·170mm | 9h | 81% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 33° | 25° | 11d·160mm | 8h | 81% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 31° | 23° | 9d·150mm | 8h | 79% | 7 | Quiet | Low season | |
| October (Best) | 28° | 18° | 6d·100mm | 8h | 73% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| November (Best) | 22° | 12° | 7d·110mm | 7h | 73% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder |
| 18° | 9° | 9d·130mm | 5h | 75% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is November a good time to visit New Orleans?
New Orleans in November is very-good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in New Orleans in November?
New Orleans November averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in New Orleans in November?
New Orleans November averages 110mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in New Orleans in November?
Pleasant autumn — long-sleeve T-shirt, light jacket, jeans, sneakers. Smart-casual for Thanksgiving brunch at Commander's Palace or Brennan's. Layers for cooling evening trend.
What time are sunrise and sunset in New Orleans in November?
New Orleans November sunrise is 06:25 and sunset is 17:25, with 11h of daylight.
What's the air quality like in New Orleans in November?
New Orleans November air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in New Orleans in November?
In November, New Orleans is great for Thanksgiving brunch Commander's Palace, Po-Boy Festival Oak Street, Bayou Classic football.
Is November peak season in New Orleans?
New Orleans November crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.