Orleans Parish (New Orleans)
August
Weather in Orleans Parish, Louisiana for August 2026
Your guide to Orleans Parish weather in August - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Orleans Parish at the beginning of August is 35.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 34.4 °C by the end of August.
Orleans Parish experiences heavy rainfall in August, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 138 mm.
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10
Dry days
21
Rainy days
0
Snow days
35°/26°
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17 km/h
Avg max wind
65 %
Avg humidity
Orleans Parish Weather August
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Temperatures trend during August in Orleans Parish
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August weather in Orleans Parish day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| Aug. 1 |  Cloudy | 36° /26° | 3.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 2 |  Moderate rain at times | 35° /26° | 2.2 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 3 | Cloudy | 35° /25° | 8.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 4 |  Sunny | 34° /25° | 11.4 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 5 |  Patchy rain possible | 36° /26° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 6 | Patchy rain possible | 36° /26° | 6.2 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 7 |  Partly cloudy | 36° /26° | 8.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 8 | Patchy rain possible | 35° /26° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 9 | Patchy rain possible | 35° /26° | 5.3 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 10 | Cloudy | 35° /26° | 11.4 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 11 | Partly cloudy | 35° /26° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 12 | Cloudy | 35° /26° | 7.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 13 | Cloudy | 35° /26° | 5.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 14 | Cloudy | 36° /27° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 15 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 37° /26° | 5.4 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 16 |  Overcast | 35° /25° | 0.6 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 17 | Cloudy | 36° /26° | 0.5 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 18 | Sunny | 36° /26° | 4.9 mm | 9 | |
| Aug. 19 | Partly cloudy | 35° /27° | 0 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 20 | Cloudy | 37° /26° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 21 |  Heavy rain at times | 34° /26° | 15.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 22 | Patchy rain possible | 34° /26° | 9 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 23 | Partly cloudy | 36° /26° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 24 | Patchy rain possible | 35° /26° | 0.8 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 25 | Sunny | 36° /26° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 26 |  Thundery outbreaks possible | 37° /25° | 1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 27 | Thundery outbreaks possible | 36° /26° | 0.2 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 28 | Light rain shower | 34° /25° | 13.8 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 29 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 33° /25° | 8.3 mm | 7 | |
| Aug. 30 | Partly cloudy | 33° /24° | 2.1 mm | 8 | |
| Aug. 31 | Patchy rain possible | 32° /25° | 2 mm | 7 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Orleans Parish in August is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Orleans Parish forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Orleans Parish in August - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Orleans Parish during August?
With daytime temperatures soaring above 35° and not dropping much below 26° at night, August in Orleans Parish is quite hot. Staying hydrated and avoiding peak sun hours is advisable.
How much rainfall should be expected in Orleans Parish during August?
Significant rainfall exceeding 138 mm is expected in Orleans Parish during August, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Orleans Parish during August?
The average wind speed in Orleans Parish during August is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
August rainfall patterns in Orleans Parish
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Typically, Orleans Parish has 21 rainy days in August with a total of 138 mm of rainfall.
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