October 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in New Orleans. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 25°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. 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
Currency
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Language
English
Driving
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Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
New Orleans Weather Forecast for October 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.6°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New Orleans in October
Based on historical data for October 18, New Orleans typically experiences temperatures between 17.5°C and 24.6°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for New Orleans
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
17.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25.3°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.7mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
31%
Overcast
Pressure
1017.6 hPa
Medium volatility
New Orleans Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 40 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 60 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 100 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19°C
Noticeable
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
75/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~161
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in New Orleans
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:05
☀️ Noon
11:46
🌇 Sunset
17:28
⏱️ Daylight
11h 22m
Wind Speed
18.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in New Orleans
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 18 averages 24.6°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— 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 October 18?
Planning a trip to New Orleans on October 18? 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 24.6°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 161 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.1°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 11.6°C in 2022.