February 27 is generally a great time to visit New Orleans. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°C weather. As it's peak season for New Orleans, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for New Orleans
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New Orleans Weather Forecast for February 27
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New Orleans in February
Based on historical data for February 27, New Orleans typically experiences temperatures between 12.6°C and 20°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for New Orleans
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
12.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
58%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.5 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
Type I-II
🔴 53 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 80 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 133 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.8°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
High
87/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~188
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New Orleans
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:29
☀️ Noon
12:14
🌇 Sunset
17:59
⏱️ Daylight
11h 29m
Wind Speed
22.7 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
8.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
Humid / Damp
Travel Intelligence
Exclusive flight analytics & health data for New Orleans
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Travel Health & Safety in New Orleans
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Quiet
Price Level
💰 Affordable
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 February 27 averages 20°C with a 24% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 95/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
New Orleans Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is New Orleans Worth Visiting on February 27?
Planning a trip to New Orleans on February 27? 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 20°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 188 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest February 27 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 27.2°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 5.7°C in 2020.