Early spring · Weather & things to do
New Orleans in March
New Orleans warms up: highs climb to 69°F (21°C), from 64°F in February, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain.
March opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 85/100 (2nd of 12).
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 4.1 in (104 mm)
- Humidity
- 80%
- Cloud cover
- 52%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 47 min
- Comfort score
- 85/100 · Great
What March feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 57°F (14°C).
Some rain is likely, about 4.1 in (104 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March is one of New Orleans's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: March and November.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by April, the score drops to 76/100.
- Comfort improves from 81/100 in February to 85/100.
- March sits inside the Feb – May window our New Orleans & Gulf Coast route recommends.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 57°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 4.1 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in New Orleans in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Commander's Palace
Turquoise Garden District landmark for Creole fine dining and jazz brunch.
Why now March scores 85/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
St. Charles Avenue Streetcar
1920s green streetcar line past Garden District oaks and mansions.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 4.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Preservation Hall
Tiny hall dedicated to traditional New Orleans jazz, sets nightly.
Dooky Chase's Restaurant
Leah Chase's Tremé restaurant for gumbo and Creole fried chicken.
Jackson Square
Historic square framed by St. Louis Cathedral, street painters and brass bands.
Nearby in March
- Mobile in March~132 mi · highs 68°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Gulf Shores in March~143 mi · highs 67°F, 4.5 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Clarksdale in March~295 mi · highs 64°F, 5.0 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
These averages also cover French Quarter & Riverfront and Garden District & Uptown.
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
New Orleans in March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit New Orleans?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 85/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain. March is inside the Feb – May window our New Orleans & Gulf Coast route recommends.
How hot is New Orleans in March?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in New Orleans in March?
Some: about 4.1 in (104 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 60.4 in (1533 mm).
What should I pack for New Orleans in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 57°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 4.1 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on New Orleans
Routes in season in March
- New Orleans & Gulf Coast Feb – May
Planning New Orleans in March?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.