It’s been almost exactly a year since a historic 10 inches of snow blanketed New Orleans in January 2025, forcing local schools and businesses to close for days as residents took to the streets to build snowmen, sled and take in the majesty of the rare phenomenon.

The National Weather Service forecasts sun and clouds for New Orleans with mild temperatures and possible showers in the evenings. Winds may pick up, with cooler nights and mostly clear weather into the weekend.

From festive highs like Mardi Gras to quieter, budget-friendly seasons, we break down the best time to visit New Orleans by balancing weather, crowds, costs and the city’s nonstop calendar of culture and celebration.

How cold will it get over the next week? Here’s what you need to know for New Orleans, Lafayette, Baton Rouge and Shreveport.

The NWS reports mixed clouds and sun for New Orleans, with highs near 66°F and light winds, dipping to 38°F tonight.

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The inauguration will be a little cold with temperatures in the mid 40s during the start of the ceremony. Temperatures will be in the upper 40s by late morning and then the low 50s during the early afternoon. Skies throughout the day will be mostly cloudy with high temperatures in the mid 50s.