October 31 is generally a great time to visit New Orleans. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. It's a lively time to explore New Orleans, with most attractions operating at full capacity.
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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 31
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.7°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in New Orleans in October
Based on historical data for October 31, New Orleans typically experiences temperatures between 15.8°C and 22.7°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% 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
22.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1.4mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
36%
Overcast
Pressure
1018.9 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 78% 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
🔴 42 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 63 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 105 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.6°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
06:14
☀️ Noon
11:45
🌇 Sunset
17:15
⏱️ Daylight
11h 1m
Wind Speed
18.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
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 31 averages 22.7°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
November 2
22.4°C • 14% rain
Score
100
November 3
22.5°C • 14% rain
Score
100
November 4
22.6°C • 11% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is New Orleans Worth Visiting on October 31?
Planning a trip to New Orleans on October 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 22.7°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 161 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 31 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.9°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 8.3°C in 2019.