What is the current water temperature in New Orleans?

Q: What is the current water temperature in New Orleans?

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 30.36°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.

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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.

86.6

°F

July 1, 05:01

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

86.6°F

Tomorrow:

86.8°F

Sunrise:

06:03

Sunset:

20:05

Day Length:

14 h. 2 min.

New Orleans in July

Minimum:

55.0°F

Average:

59.3°F

Maximum:

62.4°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 86.6°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 1.2°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 88.7°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 82.3°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

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 histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 87.0°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
Jun 17	84.6°F	86.7°F	84.5°F
Jun 18	83.8°F	86.5°F	84.5°F
Jun 19	84.0°F	86.3°F	84.8°F
Jun 20	84.1°F	84.7°F	84.6°F
Jun 21	84.7°F	84.2°F	84.6°F
Jun 22	85.2°F	84.7°F	84.7°F
Jun 23	85.7°F	84.3°F	84.7°F
Jun 24	85.9°F	85.8°F	85.0°F
Jun 25	86.5°F	85.4°F	85.1°F
Jun 26	86.4°F	86.1°F	85.4°F
Jun 27	86.4°F	86.4°F	85.4°F
Jun 28	86.3°F	86.5°F	85.3°F
Jun 29	86.5°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Jun 30	86.6°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Jul 1	86.6°F	86.3°F	85.4°F
Jul 2	86.8°F	88.3°F	85.6°F
Jul 3	87.1°F	88.2°F	85.9°F
Jul 4	87.0°F	87.9°F	85.8°F
Jul 5	87.0°F	87.7°F	85.8°F
Jul 6	87.0°F	87.8°F	85.8°F
Jul 7	87.1°F	87.7°F	85.9°F
Jul 8	87.0°F	87.6°F	85.8°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, 85.6°F in Summer, and 75.9°F in Autumn.