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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

83.7

°F

June 9, 02:04

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

83.4°F

Tomorrow:

83.8°F

Sunrise:

05:59

Sunset:

20:00

Day Length:

14 h. 1 min.

New Orleans in June

Minimum:

55.3°F

Average:

59.5°F

Maximum:

63.5°F

Sea water temperature in New Orleans today

As of now, in New Orleans, the water temperature is 83.7°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 0.5°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 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 85.9°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 79.6°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 suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 84.3°F, with minimum temperature starting at 83.8°F, while the maximum might reach 85.0°F.

Daily water temperature in New Orleans

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
May 26 82.3°F 81.9°F 80.9°F
May 27 82.6°F 82.8°F 81.2°F
May 28 82.9°F 83.7°F 81.3°F
May 29 83.4°F 83.8°F 81.2°F
May 30 82.9°F 83.1°F 81.2°F
May 31 83.0°F 83.2°F 81.3°F
Jun 1 83.0°F 82.7°F 81.6°F
Jun 2 82.6°F 82.6°F 81.8°F
Jun 3 83.0°F 82.6°F 82.1°F
Jun 4 83.2°F 83.0°F 82.3°F
Jun 5 83.3°F 83.1°F 82.4°F
Jun 6 83.6°F 83.1°F 82.7°F
Jun 7 82.5°F 83.1°F 82.5°F
Jun 8 83.4°F 83.2°F 82.8°F
Jun 9 83.7°F 84.3°F 83.2°F
Jun 10 83.8°F 84.0°F 83.3°F
Jun 11 84.0°F 84.8°F 83.4°F
Jun 12 84.3°F 85.0°F 83.7°F
Jun 13 84.3°F 85.4°F 83.7°F
Jun 14 84.3°F 85.8°F 83.8°F
Jun 15 84.6°F 85.9°F 84.1°F
Jun 16 85.0°F 86.8°F 84.5°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.