New Orleans in April
Average high 80°F 27°C, low 59°F 15°C, about 4.7 in 119 mm of rain. The air is comfortable (average dew point 60°F 16°C).
What's on in April
| Event | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easter | 3–5 Apr | – | 14–16 Apr |
| Crescent City Classic | 4 Apr | – | 15 Apr |
| French Quarter Fest | 16–19 Apr | 8–11 Apr | 13–16 Apr |
| Jazz Fest | 23 Apr – 3 May | 22–25 Apr 29 Apr – 2 May | 27–30 Apr |
| Tennessee Williams Fest | – | – | 29 Mar – 2 Apr |
fixed · announced · held · usual pattern, not announced · month only
What to wear
Warm-weather clothes with one light layer for air-conditioned rooms and the odd cool evening.
Climate at a glance
- Average high
- 80°F 27°C
- Average low
- 59°F 15°C
- Dew point
- 60°F 16°C · comfortable
- Rainfall
- 4.7 in 119 mm
TerraClimate 1991–2020 normals for the French Quarter. All months.