December 31 is generally a great time to visit New Orleans. While there is a slight chance of rain (26%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in New Orleans this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for New Orleans
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New Orleans Weather Forecast for December 31
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 17.5°C. 26% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New Orleans in December
Based on historical data for December 31, New Orleans typically experiences temperatures between 10.7°C and 17.5°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. With a 26% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for New Orleans
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
17.5°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
17.5°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
26%
Avg 2.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
59%
Overcast
Pressure
1019.5 hPa
Medium volatility
New Orleans Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
~ Weather is generally predictable, but pack for minor variations. A light backup layer is recommended.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.8°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Busy
76/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~164
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New Orleans
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:57
☀️ Noon
12:04
🌇 Sunset
17:11
⏱️ Daylight
10h 14m
Wind Speed
20.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
6.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
79%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in New Orleans
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
Atlantic Hurricane Risk
Season: Jun - Nov
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, New Orleans on December 31 averages 17.5°C with a 26% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 91/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New Orleans Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is New Orleans Worth Visiting on December 31?
Planning a trip to New Orleans on December 31? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 17.5°C with a 26% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 164 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.3°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 2.1°C in 2017.