United States New Orleans Weather in October — Climate Guide
October in New Orleans is very-good
New Orleans Weather in October — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 28° / 18°
- Rainfall
- 100mm · 6 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, New Orleans in October averages a high of 28°C and low of 18°C with 100mm of rain over about 6 days. Pleasant autumn — T-shirt + light cardigan, jeans or chinos, sneakers. Light umbrella. Halloween costume for late-month parades. Sunglasses + sunscreen SPF 30.
October is very-good for New Orleans.
October is statistically New Orleans' best month overall — perfect 28°C highs, low humidity (73%), only 6 rainy days, hurricane risk dropping fast after October 15, and Halloween becoming a 4-day cultural event that rivals Mardi Gras for chaos.
French Quarter Halloween (Oct 28-31 weekend) packs Bourbon Street with costumed visitors — costume + parade culture peak. Voodoo Music + Arts Experience (last weekend October at City Park) is the year's last major festival.
Travel score
Best month overall — perfect weather + Halloween cultural peak + Voodoo Fest
October Weather at a Glance
October averages 82°F / 28°C highs and 64°F / 18°C lows with 6 rainy days and 100mm rainfall — year's lowest rain. Humidity drops to 73% (comfortable). UV 6. Sunshine 8 hours. Hurricane risk drops sharply after October 15. Conditions ideal for all-day outdoor activities.
October Travel Advice
Halloween weekend (Oct 28-31) book 3-4 months ahead for French Quarter hotels. Voodoo Fest weekend (last weekend) festival tickets $90+/day. Mid-October (Oct 1-21) is year's value-for-quality sweet spot. Costume not required for Halloween (but encouraged on Bourbon Street).
Flying In from Overseas
October is year's busiest international visitor month. Direct flights from Toronto $300-500, London $500-800, Frankfurt $600-900. European autumn travel peak. Korean + Japanese autumn break overlap. Australian spring shoulder.
October Pricing Trends
Festival weekend pricing: French Quarter 4-star $350-650/night, Garden District B&B $300-550, Ritz-Carlton $550-1,000. Mid-October (Oct 1-21): $200-380. Treme Creole Gumbo Festival free with $5 plate samples.
New Orleans October Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
18°C
Rainy Days
6
100mm total
Sunshine
8h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
comfortable
UV Index
6
High
Wind
11 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
0°C
not swimmable
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
October Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
20 μg/m³
PM10
40 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
18°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
11 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for October
October Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Best weather of year (28°C, low humidity)
- Halloween French Quarter (cultural peak)
- Voodoo Music + Arts Experience
- Hurricane risk dropping after Oct 15
- Treme Creole Gumbo Festival free
Cons
- Halloween weekend hotels +80-120%
- Voodoo Fest weekend hotel spike
- Pre-Halloween early-October books fast
October Events & Festivals
- **Halloween French Quarter (Oct 31 — one of US biggest Halloween parties)**
- **Voodoo Music + Arts Experience (last weekend October, City Park)**
- Treme Creole Gumbo Festival (mid-October)
New Orleans in October — Full Picture
October is statistically New Orleans' best month overall — perfect 28°C highs, low humidity (73%), only 6 rainy days, hurricane risk dropping fast after October 15, and Halloween becoming a 4-day cultural event that rivals Mardi Gras for chaos.
French Quarter Halloween (Oct 28-31 weekend) packs Bourbon Street with costumed visitors — costume + parade culture peak. Voodoo Music + Arts Experience (last weekend October at City Park) is the year's last major festival.
Hotel pricing spikes for both Halloween + Voodoo weekend: French Quarter 4-star $350-650/night. Mid-October (Oct 1-21) is value-for-quality sweet spot: perfect weather, normal pricing, Treme Creole Gumbo Festival (free, mid-month).
What to Wear & What to Pack
Pleasant autumn — T-shirt + light cardigan, jeans or chinos, sneakers. Light umbrella. Halloween costume for late-month parades. Sunglasses + sunscreen SPF 30.
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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 October a good time to visit New Orleans?
New Orleans in October is very-good. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in New Orleans in October?
New Orleans October averages a high of 28°C and a low of 18°C.
Does it rain much in New Orleans in October?
New Orleans October averages 100mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in New Orleans in October?
Pleasant autumn — T-shirt + light cardigan, jeans or chinos, sneakers. Light umbrella. Halloween costume for late-month parades. Sunglasses + sunscreen SPF 30.
What time are sunrise and sunset in New Orleans in October?
New Orleans October sunrise is 07:00 and sunset is 18:20, with 11h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in New Orleans in October?
New Orleans October air quality (AQI) averages 50, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 20μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in New Orleans in October?
In October, New Orleans is great for Halloween French Quarter, Voodoo Music + Arts Fest, Treme Creole Gumbo Festival free.
Is October peak season in New Orleans?
New Orleans October crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.