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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

71.4

°F

November 21, 03:52

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.0°F

Tomorrow:

71.2°F

Sunrise:

06:31

Sunset:

17:02

Day Length:

10 h. 31 min.

New Orleans in November

Minimum:

54.4°F

Average:

58.4°F

Maximum:

60.7°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 71.4°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 5.3°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 fall a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 67.6°F on 2022, while the historical minimum was 63.0°F on 2014.

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 70.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 69.6°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.2°F.

Daily water temperature in New Orleans

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Nov 7 75.2°F 70.9°F 70.3°F
Nov 8 74.9°F 68.7°F 70.1°F
Nov 9 74.4°F 68.4°F 69.5°F
Nov 10 73.8°F 68.3°F 69.0°F
Nov 11 73.5°F 68.3°F 68.7°F
Nov 12 73.5°F 68.1°F 68.7°F
Nov 13 73.2°F 68.1°F 68.4°F
Nov 14 72.8°F 68.0°F 68.0°F
Nov 15 75.0°F 68.1°F 68.3°F
Nov 16 74.6°F 68.2°F 68.0°F
Nov 17 73.6°F 68.1°F 67.7°F
Nov 18 72.4°F 67.8°F 67.6°F
Nov 19 71.9°F 66.7°F 67.2°F
Nov 20 72.0°F 66.6°F 66.9°F
Nov 21 71.4°F 66.9°F 66.1°F
Nov 22 71.2°F 66.7°F 65.9°F
Nov 23 70.9°F 65.9°F 65.6°F
Nov 24 70.5°F 65.7°F 65.2°F
Nov 25 70.1°F 63.0°F 64.8°F
Nov 26 70.0°F 62.9°F 64.7°F
Nov 27 69.8°F 62.9°F 64.4°F
Nov 28 69.6°F 62.9°F 64.2°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 176 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 59.0°F in Winter, 71.0°F in Spring, 85.5°F in Summer, and 75.8°F in Autumn.