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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

85.4

°F

June 15, 17:18

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

84.8°F

Tomorrow:

85.8°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

20:03

Day Length:

14 h. 4 min.

New Orleans in June

Minimum:

55.3°F

Average:

59.6°F

Maximum:

63.5°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 85.4°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. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 81.4°F on 2017.

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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 85.9°F, with minimum temperature starting at 85.7°F, while the maximum might reach 86.1°F.

Daily water temperature in New Orleans

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Jun 1 83.3°F 83.0°F 81.8°F
Jun 2 83.3°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Jun 3 83.7°F 83.0°F 82.2°F
Jun 4 83.2°F 83.2°F 82.3°F
Jun 5 82.4°F 83.3°F 82.3°F
Jun 6 82.1°F 83.6°F 82.5°F
Jun 7 81.8°F 82.5°F 82.2°F
Jun 8 81.4°F 83.4°F 82.5°F
Jun 9 81.4°F 84.0°F 82.9°F
Jun 10 83.1°F 84.6°F 83.2°F
Jun 11 83.2°F 84.8°F 83.6°F
Jun 12 83.2°F 84.6°F 83.8°F
Jun 13 83.9°F 84.8°F 83.9°F
Jun 14 84.8°F 85.3°F 84.1°F
Jun 15 85.4°F 85.1°F 84.2°F
Jun 16 85.8°F 84.8°F 84.6°F
Jun 17 85.9°F 84.6°F 84.7°F
Jun 18 85.8°F 83.8°F 84.6°F
Jun 19 86.1°F 84.0°F 84.8°F
Jun 20 85.8°F 84.1°F 84.6°F
Jun 21 85.7°F 84.7°F 84.5°F
Jun 22 85.8°F 85.2°F 84.6°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 179 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 February 3, 2026, dipping to 46.6°F. The average readings by season are 58.7°F in Winter, 71.4°F in Spring, 85.7°F in Summer, and 76.0°F in Autumn.