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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

87.0

°F

September 7, 07:34

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

86.1°F

Tomorrow:

87.0°F

Sunrise:

06:40

Sunset:

19:16

Day Length:

12 h. 36 min.

New Orleans in September

Minimum:

54.9°F

Average:

58.8°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 87.0°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 2.1°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 88.0°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 82.0°F on 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 86.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 85.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 87.0°F.

Daily water temperature in New Orleans

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Aug 24 88.3°F 87.2°F 87.0°F
Aug 25 88.5°F 86.9°F 87.0°F
Aug 26 88.4°F 86.5°F 87.0°F
Aug 27 87.9°F 86.9°F 86.6°F
Aug 28 88.0°F 86.4°F 86.2°F
Aug 29 87.4°F 86.5°F 85.9°F
Aug 30 86.8°F 86.1°F 85.5°F
Aug 31 86.1°F 85.8°F 85.1°F
Sep 1 86.5°F 85.5°F 85.2°F
Sep 2 85.8°F 85.0°F 84.7°F
Sep 3 85.2°F 84.3°F 84.7°F
Sep 4 84.7°F 84.5°F 84.8°F
Sep 5 86.6°F 84.5°F 84.8°F
Sep 6 86.1°F 84.4°F 85.0°F
Sep 7 87.0°F 84.3°F 85.0°F
Sep 8 87.0°F 84.1°F 84.9°F
Sep 9 86.6°F 83.1°F 84.5°F
Sep 10 86.3°F 82.9°F 84.3°F
Sep 11 86.1°F 82.9°F 84.1°F
Sep 12 86.0°F 82.9°F 84.0°F
Sep 13 85.5°F 79.6°F 83.4°F
Sep 14 85.2°F 79.7°F 83.1°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.