New Orleans in January
January in New Orleans brings highs around 62°F (17°C), lows near 46°F and about 10 rainy days. The sun sets around 5:22 pm. It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best.
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What January is good for in New Orleans
Each activity rated for January's weather.
Food toursGood in January
Zipline toursGood in January
Walking toursGood in January
Bike toursGood in January
Segway toursGood in January
Private toursGood in January
Cooking classesAny month
Helicopter toursGood in January
Hot air balloon ridesGood in January
Boat toursFair in January
Sunset cruisesFair in January
January next to December and February
| Month | December | January | February |
|---|---|---|---|
| High | 65°F (18°C) | 62°F (17°C) | 66°F (19°C) |
| Low | 48°F (9°C) | 46°F (8°C) | 50°F (10°C) |
| Rainy days | 9 | 10 | 9 |
| Sunset | 5:02 pm | 5:22 pm | 5:49 pm |
| Daylight | 10 h 14 min | 10 h 25 min | 11 h 09 min |
Averages for Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, 1991–2020; sunrise and sunset on the 15th.
Tours in New Orleans
New Orleans Sightseeing City TourFrom $39View 
New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking TourFrom $38View 
New Orleans City Tour: French Quarter, Garden District & CemeteryFrom $40View 
New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus TourFrom $51View 
New Orleans Steamboat Natchez Jazz CruiseFrom $44View 
New Orleans Swamp and Bayou Boat Tour with TransportationFrom $76View
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Questions
Is January a good time to visit New Orleans?
It's a good month for sightseeing, if not the best. The most comfortable months overall are February, March, April, October and November.
How hot is New Orleans in January?
Average highs are about 62°F (17°C) and lows about 46°F (8°C).
Does it rain much in New Orleans in January?
January averages 10 rainy days, against 14 in the wettest month.
