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Water temperature in New Orleans

Detailed information about the current water temperature in New Orleans. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in New Orleans now

88.1

°F

July 26, 14:34

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

88.1°F

Tomorrow:

88.0°F

Sunrise:

06:16

Sunset:

19:58

Day Length:

13 h. 42 min.

New Orleans in August

Minimum:

54.9°F

Average:

59.3°F

Maximum:

62.3°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 88.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered highly warm and would be enjoyable for everyone. At this temperature, you can comfortably engage in water-based activities for extended periods without experiencing discomfort. Today's reading is 1.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.2°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 84.5°F on 2019.

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the maximum recorded over the past years. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 88.3°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in New Orleans

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jul 12 86.8°F 86.7°F 86.2°F
Jul 13 87.0°F 88.4°F 86.8°F
Jul 14 86.5°F 88.3°F 86.6°F
Jul 15 86.5°F 87.6°F 86.5°F
Jul 16 87.3°F 87.8°F 86.6°F
Jul 17 87.1°F 88.5°F 86.5°F
Jul 18 86.9°F 88.2°F 86.7°F
Jul 19 86.8°F 87.8°F 86.7°F
Jul 20 86.4°F 87.2°F 86.6°F
Jul 21 86.5°F 86.6°F 86.6°F
Jul 22 87.9°F 86.3°F 86.8°F
Jul 23 89.2°F 86.2°F 87.1°F
Jul 24 88.5°F 85.8°F 86.9°F
Jul 25 88.1°F 85.7°F 86.6°F
Jul 26 88.1°F 85.4°F 86.4°F
Jul 27 88.0°F 85.3°F 86.3°F
Jul 28 87.9°F 84.9°F 86.3°F
Jul 29 88.2°F 85.4°F 86.6°F
Jul 30 88.4°F 86.5°F 86.8°F
Jul 31 88.6°F 87.7°F 87.0°F
Aug 1 88.4°F 86.8°F 86.8°F
Aug 2 88.4°F 87.6°F 86.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in New Orleans by month

In New Orleans, the months May through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 177 swimming days.
The warmest water in New Orleans was recorded on August 15, 2023, reaching a 91.1°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on January 30, 2022, dipping to 48.8°F. The average readings by season are 58.9°F in Winter, 71.3°F in Spring, 85.7°F in Summer, and 75.9°F in Autumn.